Legal Assistant/Executive

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Dudley; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Dudley is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant/Executive to support its Conveyancing team. The role involves managing legal files, handling title queries, and assisting Solicitors with various tasks. This position is a temporary 12-month contract, requiring a proactive individual capable of working independently. The salary ranges from £31,537 to £34,434 annually, with full-time hours. The successful candidate will work remotely and from the Council House.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing right-to-buy files and handling title queries.
• Proven ability to prepare title reports and manage auction sales.
• Strong support experience for Solicitors in conveyancing matters.

Responsibilities

• Support the busy Conveyancing team in legal matters.
• Handle various conveyancing tasks including title investigations.
• Manage a variety of cases simultaneously and prioritize effectively.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Initiative

Case management under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

Dudley MBC is a community council rich in history and focused on regeneration and reinvestment to meet future challenges. It is part of the West Midlands Combined Authority. The Legal Services department is accredited with Lexcel, the Law Society's standard for excellence in legal practice management and client care.

Position: Temporary – 12-month contract (maternity cover)

Hours: Full time 37 hours

Salary: Grade 7, £31,537 - £34,434

Location: Working from home / The Council House, Priory Road, Dudley

We are seeking a Legal Assistant/Executive to support the busy Conveyancing team.

The role involves managing right-to-buy files, handling title queries and investigations, preparing title reports, managing auction and other sales, and providing support to Solicitors on various conveyancing matters.

The candidate should be able to work independently, use initiative, and manage multiple cases under pressure by prioritising effectively.

NB: We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. To help reduce bias, your personal data will be anonymised during the application process. Please remove your name and date of birth from any attachments before uploading.

Applications must be submitted via our online form. Facilities are available at Dudley Borough public libraries.

Applicants must provide documentation proving their right to work in the UK. Dudley MBC does not sponsor visas.

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We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if necessary.

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Attached documents:

• Legal Assistant Executive - Conveyancing - Job Description.docx
• Legal Assistant Executive - Conveyancing - Person Specification.docx
• Employee Benefits List.pdf