Conveyancing Assistant

Edwards & Pearce; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Pension

Cycle To Work Scheme

Job summary

Edwards & Pearce is seeking a proactive Conveyancing Assistant to support fee earners in the residential department in Leeds. The role involves managing communications with clients, agents, lenders and solicitors, and proactively progressing transactions to keep clients updated.

You will open new files, conduct AML checks, request searches and title deeds, and assist with exchanges and completions while ensuring high standards of client care.

Qualifications

• Residential conveyancing experience is required.
• Knowledge of AML regulations and client verification requirements.
• Excellent organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Outstanding client service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage communications with clients, agents, lenders and solicitors by phone, email and letter.
• Progress transactions proactively and provide regular client updates.
• Open new files and perform AML and due diligence checks.
• Request searches, title deeds, redemption statements and other documents.
• Review and prepare conveyancing documentation and contract packs.
• Assist with exchanges, completions and completion statements.
• Maintain file records and update the case management system.
• Handle post-completion administration where required.

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

AML compliance knowledge

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Client care skills

Proactive approach

Job description

Our award winning client is looking for a proactive and highly organised individual to join their busy Conveyancing Department.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid residential conveyancing experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in delivering exceptional client service, and can confidently support fee earners throughout the lifecycle of a transaction.

Job Role

• Managing client, estate agent, lender and solicitor communications by telephone, email and letter.
• Proactively progressing transactions and maintaining regular client updates.
• Opening new files and undertaking AML and client due diligence checks.
• Requesting searches, title documents, redemption statements and other relevant information.
• Reviewing and preparing conveyancing documentation.
• Drafting and issuing contract packs.
• Preparing replies to enquiries and requisitions.
• Assisting with exchange of contracts and completions.
• Preparing completion statements and bills.
• Maintaining accurate file records and updating the case management system.
• Handling post-completion administration where required.
• Liaising professionally with all parties to help ensure transactions proceed smoothly and efficiently.

The Candidate

• Previous experience as a Conveyancing Assistant within a residential conveyancing team.
• Experience supporting fee earners with freehold and leasehold sales and purchases from instruction through to completion.
• Sound understanding of conveyancing procedures and transaction workflows.
• Knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering regulations and client verification requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Outstanding communication and client care skills.
• A proactive approach and ability to work efficiently under pressure.

The Benefits

• Free Parking, Pension, Cycle To Work Scheme,

The Consultancy

Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer