An opportunity has arisen for a Conveyancing Assistant within our very busy Conveyancing Department. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience of residential conveyancing. Some knowledge of new build would be useful but not essential. You will be required to deliver assistance and administrative support together with a flexible and positive approach to working in a busy and demanding growing firm.

About You

  • You take an active interest in and obtain a thorough understanding of client requirements
  • Previous experience of working within a conveyancing department carrying out residential conveyancing transactions
  • Experience supporting more than one Fee Earner
  • Confident, clear and articulate communication skills both orally and in writing
  • Well presented, appropriate to a professional business environment
  • Pleasant telephone manner speaks clearly and fluently
  • Ability to work in a planned and organised way with the ability to multitask
  • Monitors and maintains quality and productivity
  • Excellent IT Skills
  • Experience of using a case management system preferred but not essential
  • You gain job satisfaction from providing the highest level of client service

About the Role

  • Working within a small team of conveyancing assistants
  • Dealing with clients over the telephone and face to face
  • Providing quotes to prospective clients using our online quote tool
  • Land Registry Direct system application forms
  • Opening files and proceeding with the initial stages of conveyancing transactions
  • Completing Local Authority, Chancel and other relevant pre-exchange searches
  • Complete Stamp Duty Land Tax forms
  • Post-completion procedures
  • File Closure
  • Building up a good rapport with Estate Agents and other parties
  • Typing letters, emails and other correspondence and updating the Osprey case management system.
  • Supporting fee earners in marketing activities including preparation of presentations and assistance with hosting of events/meetings when required.
  • Assisting with maintaining stock supplies for stationery and kitchen area.
  • To be a flexible and supportive member of the team.
  • Assist the Office Manager with various tasks as and when required.

Hours

Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5.30 pm

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Pension scheme
  • Professional training and personal development courses as needed to grow as an expert
  • Medicash, Health cash plan (Upon successful completion of probation)
  • Expenses paid for Networking and Corporate events
  • Friendly working environment
  • Team lunches
  • Discounted parking with Q-Park
  • Always an unhealthy amount of cake in the office kitchen

Does this sound like the perfect role?

If so, send your CV and covering letter to HR@backhouse-solicitors.co.uk