Conveyancing Assistant

Herrington Carmichael LLP; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Pension

Maternity/paternity pay

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday

Perkbox benefits

Job summary

Herrington Carmichael LLP in Farnborough invites applications for a Conveyancing Assistant to support our busy Residential Property team handling a high volume of transactions.

The successful candidate will review searches, coordinate with lenders, keep clients and developers informed, and assist Fee Earners to ensure smooth progression from instruction to completion. Prior conveyancing experience and strong IT skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English.
• Previous conveyancing experience preferred.
• Data entry proficiency and strong IT skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review local searches against prior records.
• Manage Help to Buy loan redemptions with lenders.
• Communicate with clients, sales offices and solicitors.
• Verify mortgage offers and address lender queries.
• Follow up with clients for deposits and paperwork.
• Prepare files for exchange and handle post-completion registrations.
• Conduct search applications and close abortive files.
• Draft and dispatch documents to buyers' solicitors.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

IT skills

Independent worker

Communication

Education

GCSEs (5, incl Maths & English)

Job description

Develop your legal career in our award-winning Residential Property team. We pride ourselves on providing long term support to our clients.

About Herrington Carmichael:

Herrington Carmichael LLP isn't your average law firm. We're an award-winning, Legal 500 ranked team known for our commitment to growth, fostering strong relationships, and our ambitious approach to providing full-service legal guidance for businesses, families, and individuals. We value collaboration and strive for excellence in everything we do.

The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic Residential Property team in Farnborough! We're seeking an adept Conveyancing Assistant to support our Fee Earners in handling a high volume of transactions.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing local searches against previous records
• Managing Help to Buy loan redemptions and coordinating with lenders
• Communicating with clients, sales offices, and developer solicitors, escalating complex inquiries to Fee Earners
• Verifying mortgage offers, liaising with clients and lenders to address queries
• Following up with clients for deposits and paperwork, preparing files for exchangeHandling post-completion matters, including registrations
• Conducting search applications and closing abortive files
• Occasionally generating quotes and initiating files during peak periods
• Drafting and dispatching documents to buyers' solicitors for sales

We're looking for individuals who can work independently while contributing effectively to our team. High standards and strong IT skills are a must. Applicants should hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English. Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, along with data entry proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join us and be part of our progressive law firm!

The Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Support staff bonus.
• Free car parking for your convenience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including a pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday plus an additional day for Christmas closure and Perkbox benefits.
• The opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive and dynamic team.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about providing exceptional service, excited to be part of a winning team, and embraces our core values of Growth, Relationships, Ambition, Collaboration, and Excellence.

Herrington Carmichael is dedicated to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fair and transparent recruitment processes. Reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and success.