Paralegal/Fee Earner - Conveyancing

Talk Staff; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Talk Staff is recruiting a residential conveyancing specialist to join a well-established law firm in the East Midlands. You will manage a varied caseload from instruction through to completion, delivering high-quality service to clients.

You will work closely with colleagues across the department, liaising with estate agents, mortgage lenders and other third parties, and using Case Management Systems to progress matters efficiently. Part-time hours are available with potential to increase.

Qualifications

• Current or recent experience within a Residential Conveyancing role.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload from instruction through to completion.
• Strong knowledge of sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold transactions.

Responsibilities

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing files from instruction through to post-completion.
• Providing regular updates and advice to clients throughout the transaction process.
• Liaising with estate agents, mortgage lenders, solicitors and other third parties.
• Preparing and reviewing legal documentation and contracts.
• Carrying out searches and ensuring all compliance requirements are met.
• Using Case Management Systems to progress matters.
• Supporting colleagues within the department when required.
• Contributing to the firm's ongoing growth through excellent client service and relationship building.

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

Caseload management

Client communication

Prioritisation

Team collaboration

Case Management Systems

Online search portals

Tools

Case Management Systems

Online search portals

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing law firm that prides itself on delivering exceptional client service and maintaining a supportive, collaborative working environment.

To be considered for the role, you'll require the following essentials:

• Current or recent experience within a Residential Conveyancing role
• Ability to independently manage a caseload from instruction through to completion
• Strong knowledge of sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold transactions
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Confidence using Case Management Systems and online search portals
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A proactive and professional approach to work

The purpose of the role is to manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters whilst delivering a high standard of service to clients. You will work closely with colleagues across the department and contribute to the continued success and growth of the firm.

Within this position, you'll also be:

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing files from instruction through to post-completion
• Providing regular updates and advice to clients throughout the transaction process
• Liaising with estate agents, mortgage lenders, solicitors and other third parties
• Preparing and reviewing legal documentation and contracts
• Carrying out searches and ensuring all compliance requirements are met
• Using Case Management Systems to effectively progress matters
• Supporting colleagues within the department when required
• Contributing to the firm's ongoing growth through excellent client service and relationship building

Salary & Working Hours

Salary is between £26,000 - £32,000 per annum, pro rata, based on experience between Monday to Friday, part time hours initially with potential to gain more hours further down the line.