Conveyancing Assistant

Confidential; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential law firm in Chelmsford is seeking a professional Conveyancing Assistant to join its Conveyancing team and support fee earners in day-to-day administrative duties. You will handle routine tasks, maintain client files, liaise with the accounts team on exchanges and completions, and provide a friendly, efficient service to clients while upholding the firm's excellent reputation.

This role offers varied conveyancing matters and the chance to develop strong organisational and document

Qualifications

• Previous conveyancing experience and knowledge of land registry procedures preferred.
• Strong administrative experience in a professional environment is essential.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly using Microsoft Office and legal document production software.
• Excellent organisational ability with a strong eye for detail.
• Experience using in-house case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support fee earners in the team and assist in all aspects of conveyancing administrative work.
• General and routine office duties, such as photocopying and filing, both electronically and physically.
• Provide updates to third parties on transaction progress.
• Prepare invoices for clients and matters.
• Maintain client files and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Liaise with the accounts team on exchange and completion matters.
• Provide an efficient and friendly service to clients.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Administrative experience

Organisational ability

Attention to detail

In-house case management systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal document production software

Job description

Time Appointments are recruiting on behalf of a well‑established law firm based in Chelmsford, who are looking for a professional and conscientious Conveyancing Assistant to join their Conveyancing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to work for a business that prides themselves on their excellent reputation.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• - Supporting fee earners in the team and assist in all aspects of conveyancing administrative work within the department
• - General and routine office duties, such as photocopying and filing, both electronically and physically
• - Providing updates to third parties on transaction progress
• - Preparing invoices
• - Maintaining client files
• - Liaising with the accounts team on exchange and completion matters
• - Provide an efficient and friendly service to clients

Skills & Experience Required:

• - Previous conveyancing experience and knowledge of land registry procedures would be advantageous
• - Strong administrative experience gained from a professional environment
• - Excellent computer skills, particularly using Microsoft Office and legal document production software
• - Excellent organisational ability and with a strong eye for detail
• - Experience of using in-house case management systems