Estate Agent jobs in United Kingdom

Job Title: Conveyancing Assistant
Reports to: Conveyancer

Location - Burton on Trent

The Conveyancing Assistant plays a key supporting role within the conveyancing team, working closely with the Conveyancer to ensure the smooth and efficient handling of property transactions. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong sense of initiative, the ability to manage their workload independently, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and delivering high-quality service.

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  Open new client files and complete related procedures, including confirmation of instruction letters and accurate data entry.

  
  


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  Maintain client files to a high standard, ensuring they are up to date, accurate, and well-organised.

  
  


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  Coordinate the exchange of contracts efficiently.

  
  


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  Apply for and manage property searches for purchase transactions.

  
  


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  Prepare contract documentation for client signatures.

  
  


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  Compile accounts packages and coordinate completion arrangements.

  
  


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  Manage post-completion work, including Land Registry and lender submissions.

  
  


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  Handle incoming calls and correspondence from clients, estate agents, and solicitors professionally.

  
  


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  Proactively progress files within the limits of the role.

  
  


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  Comply with the SRA Accounts Rules and all regulatory requirements.

  
  


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  Support and provide guidance to trainees when needed.

  
  


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  Take responsibility for personal development and attend required training sessions.

  
  


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  Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures, including those related to client confidentiality, data protection, anti-money laundering, and health & safety.

  
  

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  In-depth understanding of the conveyancing process.

  
  


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  Strong organisational and communication abilities.

  
  

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  Part qualification with CILEx or similar professional body.

  
  


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  Deeper understanding of legal administration and processes in conveyancing.

  
  

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  Self-motivated with the ability to work independently using own initiative.

  
  


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  A team player with a positive, 'can-do' attitude.

  
  


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  Strong interpersonal skills.

  
  


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  Ability to work well under pressure in a busy office environment.

  
  


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  Reliable, diligent, and detail-oriented.

  
  


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  High level of discretion and confidentiality.

  
  

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