Conveyancing Assistant - #2158205

Conveyancing Assistant | Residential Property

Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 DOE
Location: Leeds

SJC Legal is currently working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm looking to recruit an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join its Residential Property team in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant looking to join a supportive and busy property department. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced Conveyancers, providing hands-on support throughout the transaction and gaining exposure to a broad range of residential property matters.

The Benefits

• Full-time, permanent position
• Established Residential Property department
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced Conveyancers
• Exposure to a broad range of residential property transactions
• Training and ongoing development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Long-term career development opportunities

The Role

• Provide day-to-day support to Residential Conveyancing Fee Earners
• Assist with a varied caseload of Freehold and Leasehold Sales and Purchases
• Assist with matters from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion
• Prepare and manage conveyancing documentation and correspondence
• Order property searches and assist with reviewing documentation
• Assist with enquiries and other transactional requirements
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders, solicitors and other third parties
• Provide regular updates to clients throughout their transactions
• Assist with exchange and completion processes
• Deal with Land Registry and post-completion requirements where appropriate
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using the firm's Case Management system
• Ensure matters are progressed efficiently and deadlines are met

The Candidate

• Have a minimum of 2 years' experience working within Residential Conveyancing
• Have previous experience within a Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant or Residential Property Paralegal position
• Have a good understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to completion
• Have experience assisting with Freehold and Leasehold transactions
• Be confident communicating with clients and other professionals
• Have strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Be comfortable managing competing priorities within a busy Conveyancing department
• Have experience using legal Case Management systems
• Be proactive, reliable and able to use your own initiative
• Be a positive team player who is keen to continue developing their Residential Conveyancing experience

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, or to discuss other conveyancing positions currently available across Leeds and the surrounding areas, please contact Ashleigh OHagan at SJC Partners.