I'm currently looking to recruit for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to worked for a well established expanding Law firm, the role is to assist the Fee Earners on casework in their fast paced Residential Property team, based in their modern office in Farnborough. The department deals with a large number of transactions each year so this is a very busy role within a progressive law firm.
Tasks will include:
- Receiving local searches, and checking against previous searches.
- Obtain Help to Buy Papers and check & liaise with lenders
- Liaising with clients, sales offices & developer's solicitors & pass difficult enquiries to the Fee Earner.
- Receive and check mortgage offers, liaise with clients and Lenders on enquiries
- Chase clients for deposits and signed papers & get file ready for exchange
- Prepare exchange paperwork & handover paperwork for completions team
- Apply for searches
- Close abortive files
Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are capable of working on their own initiative whilst being a strong team player. An ability to consistently maintain high standards will be essential as will excellent IT skills.
Applicants must possess at least 5 GCSE's Grade A to C including Maths and English. A full driving licence is also essential. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable. Data entry skills will be essential as well as good attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.