Conveyencing Assistant

GerrardWhite; Chichester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from Property Partner

Training and career development

Collaborative and supportive culture

Job summary

Gerrard White Consulting is seeking a Legal Assistant to support a Residential Property Partner with a varied conveyancing caseload. The role offers hands-on training and a clear path for career progression within residential conveyancing.

Some conveyancing experience is preferred, or graduates with a keen interest in property law. This is a fully office-based position in Chichester with mentoring and long-term development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in conveyancing support or keen interest in property law.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Strong communication with a client-focused approach.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files.
• Open new files and complete AML and compliance checks.
• Prepare client care documentation, contracts and legal correspondence.
• Order searches and assist with Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders and solicitors to progress transactions.
• Update the case management system and maintain accurate file records.
• Manage diaries, appointments and key transaction deadlines.
• Provide general administrative support throughout the conveyancing process.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Client-focused approach

Education

Graduate with interest in property law

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Legal Assistant

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Legal Assistant to join a highly regarded specialist property law firm with an outstanding reputation across Sussex.

Working on a one-to-one basis with an experienced Residential Property Partner, the successful Legal Assistant will gain hands-on exposure to a varied caseload while receiving exceptional mentoring and training. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in residential conveyancing.

Applications are welcomed from candidates with some previous conveyancing experience, although the firm is also keen to hear from bright graduates with a genuine interest in property law who are looking to secure their first Legal Assistant position.

The Role

Supporting the Partner on a broad range of residential property transactions, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files.
• Opening new files and completing AML and compliance checks.
• Preparing client care documentation, contracts and legal correspondence.
• Ordering searches and assisting with Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and solicitors to progress transactions.
• Updating the case management system and maintaining accurate file records.
• Managing diaries, appointments and key transaction deadlines.
• Providing general administrative support throughout the conveyancing process.

About You

To be successful in this Legal Assistant role, you'll ideally have:

• Previous experience within a conveyancing support role or be a graduate with a genuine interest in property law.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £25,000 - £32,000, depending on experience.
• Direct mentoring from an experienced Residential Property Partner.
• Excellent training and long-term career development.
• The opportunity to join a respected specialist property law firm with a collaborative and supportive culture.

If you're looking for a Legal Assistant opportunity where you'll receive genuine mentoring, early responsibility and excellent career progression, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

Please note:

This is a fully office-based role in Chichester, providing the successful candidate with the best opportunity to learn, develop and progress within residential conveyancing.

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