Conveyancing Assistant

Adkins-and-Cheurfi-Recruitment; Whitley Bay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Adkins-and-Cheurfi-Recruitment is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to support solicitors and conveyancers in a busy legal practice in Whitley Bay. You will assist with residential property transactions, managing documentation and liaising with clients to ensure timely progress.

The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under supervision to meet deadlines within regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous admin experience in a legal environment is preferred.
• Experience assisting with conveyancing processes and documents.
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage conveyancing documents, contracts and deeds.
• Liaise with clients, agents, lenders, and authorities for information.
• Open and maintain client files in line with firm procedures.
• Monitor progress of property transactions and update clients.
• Coordinate property searches and exchanges of contracts.
• Support due diligence and AML compliance processes.
• Assist with reports and correspondence for conveyancers.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection adherence.

Skills

Administrative support

Client liaison

Documentation management

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

LEAP

Job description

Conveyancing Assistant/Resiential Property Assistant

Location: Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, North East England

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Industry: Legal

Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum

Job Description

The role of Conveyancing Assistant involves providing comprehensive administrative support to solicitors and conveyancers within a busy legal practise. The post holder assists with the progression of residential property transactions by managing documentation, liaising with clients and other parties, and ensuring compliance with legal protocols. This position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under supervision to meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and management of conveyancing documentation including contracts, deeds, and other legal forms.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, surveyors, and local authorities to obtain necessary information and updates.
• Open and maintain client files, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date in accordance with firm procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor the progress of property transactions and keep clients informed of developments in a timely and professional manner.
• Arrange and coordinate appointments, including property searches and exchanges of contracts, as directed by the conveyancer.
• Manage administrative tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and filing to support the conveyancing team.
• Ensure compliance with anti-money laundering regulations by assisting with due diligence checks and client identification processes.
• Support the conveyancers by preparing reports and correspondence as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection legislation in all aspects of work.

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience of LEAP.

The ideal candidate will be someone who who can work as part of a team and also on their own.