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Job summary
A reputable legal firm in Devon is seeking a Legal Assistant for a full-time position in the Conveyancing Department. Responsibilities include managing client enquiries, preparing legal documents, and coordinating completions. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in a conveyancing team and familiarity with legal software. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on legal procedures.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year full time work experience within a conveyancing team.
- Full knowledge of the full Conveyancing process from start to finish.
- Ability to work to deadlines.
- Comfortable in fast paced environment.
- Familiar with Legal software (additional training will be provided).
Responsibilities
- Manage new client enquiries, instructions, and on boarding processes.
- Prepare contract packs and draft/review legal documents.
- Obtain and review property searches and related reports.
- Liaise with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders, and local authorities.
- Coordinate post-exchange work and prepare completion statements.
- Manage completions, including mortgage funds and transfers.
- Handle post-completion tasks such as registrations and SDLT returns.
- Maintain accurate records and update case management systems.
- Assist with billing and invoicing related to conveyancing files.
- Support the team in resolving issues or delays during transactions.
Skills
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Department: Conveyancing
Salary: DOE
Hours: Full Time
Location: Devon, office based.
Job Reference: CWS501
- Manage new client enquiries, instructions, and on boarding processes
- Prepare contract packs and draft/review legal documents
- Obtain and review property searches and related reports
- Liaise with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders, and local authorities
- Coordinate post-exchange work and prepare completion statements
- Manage completions, including mortgage funds and transfers
- Handle post-completion tasks such as registrations and SDLT returns
- Maintain accurate records and update case management systems
- Assist with billing and invoicing related to conveyancing files
- Support the team in resolving issues or delays during transactions
- At least 1 year full time work experience within a conveyancing team.
- Full knowledge of the full Conveyancing process from start to finish.
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Comfortable in fast paced environment
- Familiar with Legal software (additional training will be provided)
For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)
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