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Conveyencing Direct
Posted 5 days ago, valid for a month
Location

St. Leonards-On-Sea, East Sussex TN38 9LF, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an Associate Property Lawyer in St Leonards on Sea, suitable for those seeking a training role in conveyancing or looking to expand their existing caseload experience.
  • Key responsibilities include managing a caseload, drafting legal documents, conducting searches, and completing post-completion tasks.
  • Candidates should ideally have experience in a conveyancing environment and possess strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
  • The role offers full support and training to become a qualified Property Lawyer, along with benefits such as a bonus scheme, additional holiday purchase options, and a pension.
  • A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a relevant role is preferred, with a competitive salary offered based on experience.
Job DescriptionWe are looking to recruit aspiring Associate Property Lawyers to join our team in St Leonards on Sea. This would suit a person looking for a training role in conveyancing or someone currently running a remortgage or similar caseload looking to expand their knowledge and experience.Key responsibilities of an Associate Property Lawyer
  • You will be responsible for managing a caseload on a day to day basis which includes all aspects of the conveyancing transaction from instruction to completion, registration and closure of the file.
  • Taking instructions, keeping accurate file notes, communicating with clients and 3^rd parties, and completing tasks. You will draft legal documents including Standard Precedent Letters, Contract Packs, Exchange and Completion letters, general correspondence, and Land Registry and HMRC forms.
  • Carry out Pre-completion, Land Registry and Conveyancing searches accurately and timely. You will ensure the file is ready for exchange and completion, making sure all the correct and necessary paperwork and funds are in place.
  • Carry out Post Completion work including preparing and sending applications to the Land Registry, Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions, file closures and checking account ledgers
Skills and experience required to be an Associate Property Lawyer
  • Ideally this role would suit someone who has experience within a conveyancing environment.
  • Excellent communicator, who can demonstrate good time management, alongside organisational and problem-solving skills. Accuracy and the ability to pay attention to detail is crucial.
  • Self-motivated and able to work alone or as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of Case Management Systems and Microsoft Office especially Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred but not essential.
Benefits of being an Associate Property Lawyer
  • Full support and training to become a Property Lawyer and an opportunity to become CLC Qualified.
  • We will provide you with the day to day guidance and support of your supervising Conveyancer who will provide essential holiday cover and assist with your training.
  • We work in pods within our teams which creates a supportive and friendly environment for associates to learn the role and excel in providing a quality legal service.
  • You will work alongside other Associates, Property Lawyers, Senior Property Lawyers and your Team Manager in an environment where you can actively make a positive contribution to the team.
  • Bonus scheme.
  • Option to purchase additional holiday.
  • Group Life Assurance Scheme.
  • Pension
Opportunities for working remotely are not offered with this role as it is office based.Conveyancing Direct are part of the Connells Group, one of the largest and most successful estate agency and property services providers in the UK. Founded in 1936 and with a network or over 1,250 branches, the Group combines residential sales and lettings expertise with a range of services including new homes, mortgage services, surveying, conveyancing and more!Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.S&C00259

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