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Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis.
The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times.
The role
To liaise with the Department Managers and Department Head to establish daily responsibilities
To perform daily tasks which include:
Filing of post and files
Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to:
Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate
Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders
Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm
Assisting clients in supplying identity documents
Sending payment links
Initial contact with mortgage lenders
Assisting clients with completing initial forms and preparing and issuing draft contracts on sales
Contacting sellers Solicitors to provide draft contracts and initiate searches
Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments
Supporting the Firm with brand awareness activities, including networking, events and content
for the website and social media channels
General
Assist with departmental compliance of anti-money laundering regulations and quality
procedures in accordance with Quality Procedures Manual
Ensure a high standard of file management and awareness of essential procedures such as
time recording, cost estimates and invoicing
Observance of procedures in accordance with the Office Manual and conditions of
employment
Ensure own compliance with Health and Safety regulations
To maintain and where possible, improve all office standards
To provide cover for other paralegals /assistants during their absence
To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required
Requirement
Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail
Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate
Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work
Good time management skills
Excellent client care
Good communication Skills
Good typing skills (audio /copy)
Flexibility in support of other members of staff
Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
