Conveyancing Secretary

Confidential; Norwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Norwich seeks an experienced Residential Conveyancing Secretary to support a busy conveyancing team. You will take instructions, explain legal terms, and provide fee estimates to clients.

You will conduct local authority, environmental, and water searches, verify title deeds, and draft contracts while liaising with mortgage lenders and estate agents. Strong IT skills and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive.
• Attention to detail and ability to spot risks in property titles and searches.
• Excellent communication with clients, estate agents, and mortgage lenders.
• Ability to manage a heavy caseload and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient IT skills and use of Land Registry portal.

Responsibilities

• Take instructions, explain legal terms, and provide fee estimates.
• Conduct local authority, environmental, and water searches to identify issues.
• Examine Land Registry documents and title deeds to confirm ownership and boundaries.
• Prepare sales contracts and negotiate terms with opposing solicitor.
• Manage deposits, mortgage funds, and calculate Stamp Duty.
• Exchange contracts, transfer funds, and register ownership with Land Registry.

Skills

Conveyancing knowledge

Legal documentation

Client liaison

Detail oriented

Time management

Case management IT

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Licensed Conveyancer / Legal Executive

Tools

Land Registry Portal

Case Management Software

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Residential Conveyancing Secretary for our client based in Norwich.

Core Responsibilities

• Client Care: Take instructions, explain legal terms, and provide estimates of fees.
• Property Searches: Conduct local authority, environmental, and water searches to identify issues.
• Title Checking: Examine Land Registry documents and title deeds to confirm ownership and boundaries.
• Drafting Contracts: Prepare sales contracts and negotiate terms with the opposing side's solicitor.
• Financial Handling: Manage deposits, mortgage funds, and calculate Stamp Duty.
• Exchange and Completion: Exchange contracts, transfer funds, and register the new ownership with the Land Registry.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Qualifications: Often a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot legal risks in complex property titles and searches.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with clients, estate agents, and mortgage lenders.
• Time Management: Capable of handling a heavy caseload under tight deadlines.
• IT Proficiency: Experience using computerized case management systems and the Land Registry portal.