Conveyancing Assistant - Newcastle Upon Tyne
9 days ago
Newcastle upon Tyne
Conveyancing AssistantLocation: Newcastle Upon TyneSalary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsJob Type: Permanent | Full-TimeOffice-Based A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join its busy Residential Property team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least six months' experience within a legal environment who is looking to develop their career in conveyancing while working alongside experienced property professionals. Supporting a Partner and Licensed Conveyancer, you'll play a key role in ensuring residential property transactions progress efficiently while delivering an exceptional client experience.The Role As a Conveyancing Assistant, you'll provide comprehensive administrative and transactional support throughout the conveyancing process. Working within a collaborative team, you'll assist with a varied caseload covering sales, purchases, remortgages and other residential property matters.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Providing day-to-day support to a Partner and Licensed Conveyancer.\n, • Opening new files and maintaining accurate records using the firm's case management system.\n, • Preparing legal documentation and correspondence relating to residential property transactions.\n, • Carrying out property searches and obtaining relevant documentation.\n, • Managing client onboarding, including ID verification and AML compliance checks.\n, • Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, brokers and third parties to progress transactions.\n, • Responding to client enquiries in a professional and timely manner.\n, • Ensuring files remain organised, compliant and up to date throughout each transaction.\n, • Assisting with diary management, deadlines and general administrative duties.\n, • Providing reception cover on a rota basis when required.\n, • Supporting the wider team with additional duties as needed.\nAbout You To be successful, you'll ideally have:\n\n, • A minimum of 6 months' experience working within a legal environment.\n, • Previous experience supporting a residential conveyancing team.\n, • A good understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to completion.\n, • Knowledge of client due diligence, AML and compliance requirements.\n, • Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.\n, • Strong communication and client care skills.\n, • The ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines.\n, • Confidence using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.\n, • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.\nDesirable Experience\n\n, • Knowledge of Land Registry procedures.\n, • Experience dealing with freehold, leasehold, remortgage and other residential property transactions.\n, • A broader understanding of residential conveyancing processes.\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n, • Join a supportive and experienced residential property team.\n, • Genuine opportunities for training and career development.\n, • Varied and interesting workload.\n, • Friendly and collaborative working environment.\n, • Competitive salary and benefits package.\n If you're an organised Conveyancing Assistant looking to build your career with a respected law firm, we'd love to hear from you.