Conveyancing Assistant

Adkins & Cheurfi Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in the North East is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to provide comprehensive support for conveyancers and solicitors specializing in property transactions. Responsibilities include managing case files, preparing legal documents, and liaising with clients and third parties. The ideal candidate will have GCSEs in English and Mathematics, along with experience in a legal environment. This role offers a salary of £24,000 - £26,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Formal legal or conveyancing qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Experience working in a legal environment, preferably in a conveyancing team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain conveyancing case files accurately.
• Prepare standard legal documents for property transactions.
• Liaise with clients and third parties for documentation.
• Coordinate property-related appointments.
• Conduct preliminary checks on property title deeds.
• Monitor case management systems for updates.
• Assist with fee calculations and compliance.
• Respond to client enquiries professionally.
• Support administrative duties for case progression.

Skills

Client communication

Document preparation

Case management

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in English and Mathematics

Additional training in conveyancing or legal administration

Job description

Conveyancing Assistant

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, North East England

£24,000 - £26,000 per annum

Looking for a Conveyancing Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to conveyancers and solicitors within a legal practise specialising in property transactions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain conveyancing case files ensuring all documentation is accurate, complete and up to date.
• Prepare standard legal documents, letters, and forms relating to property transactions.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, surveyors, and other third parties to obtain necessary information and documentation.
• Arrange and coordinate appointments, including property searches, valuations, and completion dates.
• Conduct preliminary checks on property title deeds and related documents.
• Monitor and update case management systems to reflect progress and outstanding actions.
• Assist with the calculation of fees, disbursements, and stamp duty land tax as required.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including anti-money laundering procedures.
• Respond promptly and professionally to client enquiries via telephone, email and post.
• Support the conveyancing team with ad hoc administrative duties to facilitate efficient case progression.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Formal legal or conveyancing qualification is desirable but not essential.

Education

• Secondary education to at least GCSE level.
• Additional training or certification in conveyancing or legal administration is advantageous.

Experience

• Previous experience working in a legal environment, preferably within a conveyancing team.
• Experience handling administrative tasks, document preparation and client communication.
• Familiarity with property transaction processes is preferred.

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