Conveyancing Legal Assistant

Law Staff Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputed legal firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Residential Property/Conveyancing Legal Assistant to support their dynamic conveyancing team. The role offers generous holiday allowances, ongoing training, and a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Ideal candidates will have experience in property law and excellent administrative skills.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Monthly holiday bonus scheme

Firm-funded eye care

Extensive training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Assistant in property/conveyancing
• Knowledge of leasehold transactions
• Strong communication and administrative skills

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative duties to support the team
• Handle enquiries from clients and ensure professional communication
• Conduct online property searches and use Land Registry portal

Job description

Overview

Are you a Residential Property/Conveyancing Legal Assistant seeking a role within a highly regarded Legal 500 recognised firm? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a supportive and progressive team. The role offers a generous holiday allowance, firm-funded eye tests, a monthly holiday bonus scheme (awarding extra days off for meeting regional income targets), and ongoing training to support your growth as a Legal Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of general administrative duties to support the team's daily operations
• Prepare and issue quotes to clients in a timely and accurate manner
• Handle enquiries from clients, solicitors, lenders, and estate agents, ensuring clear and professional communication
• Provide regular client updates and monitor the progress of matters to ensure smooth case progression
• Open and close files on the case management system, ensuring full compliance with the firm's AML policies, quality standards, and SRA/CQS regulations
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience in handling leasehold transactions
• Conduct online property searches efficiently and accurately
• Use the Land Registry portal to submit registrations, respond to requisitions, and order official copies, leases, and title plans
• Generate Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) calculations and submit relevant applications
• Prepare and submit bills, receipts, and payments to the finance team on behalf of fee earners
• Provide occasional reception cover as required to support front-of-house operations

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn extra days off by meeting performance targets)
• Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests
• Extensive training and development opportunities, including support for professional qualification study

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Legal Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact within a respected and dynamic conveyancing team.

Application

For further information about this Legal Assistant role, please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference 37344.

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