Residential Conveyancing Paralegal

Legal Southwest; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Exeter is seeking a Residential Conveyancing Paralegal to support their busy department. Ideal candidates will have experience in residential property law, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. The role offers opportunities for professional development within a friendly working environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in residential property law is preferred.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the residential property department's operations.
• Prepare draft Contract Papers and deal with sale inquiries.
• Order searches and manage post-completion matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Effective communication skills

Proactive approach

Flexibility under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Case management software

Job description

Hours: Full-time, Permanent

Our client is a well-established and respected regional law firm seeking a motivated Residential Conveyancing Paralegal to join their busy Exeter office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in residential property law to further develop their skills within a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will support the smooth running of the residential property department, including:

• Preparation of draft Contract Papers
• Dealing with sale enquiries
• Ordering searches
• Exchanges and completions to include drafting completion statements, preparing SDLT Forms, Land Registry searches
• Post completion matters
• Deal with telephone calls in a confident manner providing clear, accurate and up to date information
• Produce documents using the firm’s case management software
• Demonstrate good administrative skills with good attention to detail
• Demonstrate good organisation skills
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and spoken
• Cope well under pressure, with an ability to work flexibly and cope with changing priorities
• Take a positive and proactive approach to work, anticipating and meeting the needs of the department
• Be receptive to receiving and acting on instructions given by immediate supervisor
• Be competent in using Word and other Microsoft Products

What’s on Offer

• The chance to join a reputable and supportive team within a thriving residential property department.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A friendly working environment in the Exeter office.

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