Job Description
Salary: Not specified
The firm: A highly regarded law firm with offices based in Hertfordshire is looking for a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant to join its highly motivated busy Property department. Immediate start.
The role: The role will consist of: Opening new matters on our case management system and sending out initial letter to solicitors and client.
* Drafting and sending mortgage documentation to solicitors.
* Pre-completion matters including conducting searches such as priority, bankruptcy searches, Lawyer Checker and drafting certificates of title to be sent to client.
* Post-completion matters including registering clients' charges at the Land Registry and Companies House.
* Tracking and chasing applications at the Land Registry, updating the department spreadsheet regularly and dealing with any Land Registry requisitions.
* General administration including scanning, printing, and copying.
* Use of programmes such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
* Sending monthly reports to clients' title insurers by way of spreadsheet.
* Dealing with completion matters including drafting invoices.
The Requirements: To be successful in the position you will have previous property/conveyancing experience. you will demonstrate first class communication skills across all levels and have the ability to work as a part of a team. You will be organised and be able to prioritise work effectively. You will also have the ability to work under pressure and on your own to meet specific deadlines.
Salary: The salary on offer is £25,000 - £30,000 and is dependant on experience.
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