Residential Property Legal Assistant — Comprehensive Training

HCB Solicitors Limited; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Bank Holidays

Comprehensive training and development

Job summary

HCB Solicitors Limited is recruiting a Legal Assistant for the Residential Property team in Wigan. You will support the conveyancing workflow, prepare quotes, handle client queries, and monitor file progression while ensuring AML and quality standards are met.

The role requires familiarity with case management software, leasehold transactions experience, and strong organisational skills. A busy office environment offers training and development in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in English with accurate document handling.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Advanced computer literacy including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Basic understanding of the conveyancing process.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit client quotes and respond to queries from clients, solicitors, lenders and agents.
• Provide client updates and monitor matters progressing on the CMS.
• Open/close files in the CMS in line with AML, SRA and CQS standards.
• Carry out searches online and use Land Registry portal for registrations and requisitions.
• Generate Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations and submit applications.
• Prepare and submit bills, receipts and payments to the finance team; occasional reception cover.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Multitasking ability

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Case management software

Job description

HCB Solicitors Limited is recruiting a Legal Assistant for the Residential Property team in Wigan. You will support the conveyancing workflow, prepare quotes, handle client queries, and monitor file progression while ensuring AML and quality standards are met.

The role requires familiarity with case management software, leasehold transactions experience, and strong organisational skills. A busy office environment offers training and development in a supportive team setting.