Legal Southwest
An established and well-respected law firm in Bridgwater is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join its busy and friendly Residential Property team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual looking to develop their career within a supportive legal environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in assisting fee earners with a varied caseload of residential property transactions, ensuring clients receive a high standard of service throughout the conveyancing process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing administrative support to Conveyancers and Solicitors within the Residential Property department.
- Opening and closing client files in accordance with firm procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Preparing legal documents, correspondence and reports.
- Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other third parties.
- Managing incoming calls, emails and post, ensuring enquiries are dealt with promptly and professionally.
- Assisting with property searches, Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions.
- Maintaining accurate client records and case management systems.
- Supporting fee earners in progressing transactions from instruction through to completion.
- Undertaking compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks.
- Assisting with diary management and arranging appointments where required.
The Ideal Candidate:
The firm is keen to hear from candidates who possess:
- Previous experience within a conveyancing or legal support role, although candidates with strong administration experience and an interest in property law will also be considered.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Outstanding communication and client care skills.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Good IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office applications.
- A professional, positive and proactive approach to work.
The Opportunity:
The successful candidate will join a welcoming and supportive team within a reputable local law firm that values its employees and encourages professional development. This role offers exposure to a broad range of residential property matters and the opportunity to build a long-term career within the legal sector.
Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.
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