Legal Assistant- Residential Property
2 days ago
Redditch
I am currently working with a highly regarded law firm that is looking to expand its conveyancing team with an experienced legal assistant. An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and well organised Legal Assistant in a friendly, well established and approachable Residential Property team. Responsibilities include: • General administrative tasks, • Prepare and submit quotes to clients, • Dealing with queries raised by clients, solicitors, lenders and estate agents, • Provide client updates and monitor matter progression, • Opening/closing files on the case management system, compliant with the firm’s AML and quality standards and SRA and CQS regulations, • Experience of Leasehold transactions, • Carry out searches online, • Use Land Registry portal to submit registrations, replying to requisitions and ordering official copies, leases and title plans, • Generate Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations and submit applications, • Preparing and submitting bills, receipts and payments to the finance team for fee earners, • Occasional reception cover Requirements for this role include: • Preferably previous work experience as a Conveyancing Assistant, • Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office, • Advanced computer literacy (word, excel, outlook), • Working knowledge of case management software, • Proficiency in English, • Excellent administrative and organisational skills, • Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure, • Excellent attention to detail, • Basic understanding of the conveyancing process Details: • Immediate start available, • Hours: Monday to Friday - 9:00 to 17:15 (on site), • Attractive salary dependent on experience, • 26 days holiday + BHs, • Pension scheme, • Comprehensive training and development opportunities, • Holiday bonus scheme, • Firm funded eye tests This is an excellent opportunity for a legal assistant seeking quality work, genuine career progression, and a supportive team environment within a growing practice. For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.