Conveyancing Assistant/Secretary

Sue Ross Recruitment are working on behalf of our client, a highly respected law firm to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant/Secretary, on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and well established team.

Key Responsibilities for theConveyancing Assistant/Secretary:

Assisting conveyancers with the management of residential and/or commercial conveyancing files from instruction through to completion, including management of the post for such files.
Drafting and preparing legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
Conducting searches, checking mortgage offers, and obtaining relevant property documentation.
Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors.
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and firm procedures (including AML checks and client onboarding).
Handling telephone and email enquiries in a professional and timely manner.
Managing diaries, key dates, and file administration.
Preparing completion statements, SDLT forms, and Land Registry applications.
Assisting with post-completion tasks including registration and archiving.
Delegated management responsibilities as appropriate
Contributing to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment
Contribute to maintaining and improving office procedures
Compliance with the Equality and Diversity Policy
Any other duties which from time to time are required by the Firm.

Candidate Requirements for theConveyancing Assistant/Secretary:

Previous experience in the administration of an office function in a professional environment
Previous experience in the administration of a legal practice
Organisational
Face to face communication
Client focused approach
Analytical ability
Ability to work under pressure
Computer literate

This is an outstanding organisation to work with and the successful candidate will enjoy being part of a dynamic and forward thinking team culture.

Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.