Our client is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join their busy team in their Northampton office. Working alongside an experienced fee earner in a busy conveyancing environment assisting on a varied caseload including freehold/leasehold sales & purchase, re-mortgage, transfers of equity, right to buy and shared ownership schemes.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
* Dealing with queries raised by clients, solicitors, lenders and estate agents, whether face to face, by telephone or by email.
* Making detailed attendance notes of all correspondence.
* Opening and closing files on our CMS.
* Taking Client instructions, carry out AML checks, source of funds and gifts checks etc.
* Ensuring files on CMS are updated with all correspondence.
* Applying GDPR and SRA regulations, following Lexcel and firm procedures.
* Administrative support (including photocopying and scanning etc).
* Preparing quotes to clients.
* Drafting completion statements.
* Requesting mortgage redemption figures and mortgage advances.
* Assist Fee Earner in preparing report on title, report on mortgage and search report for clients.
* Issuing sale contracts.
* Replying to sales enquiries on freehold and leasehold properties.
* Ordering searches online.
* Setting up completions.
* Post completion admin. (Drafting AP1s, Using Land Registry portal to submit registration applications, reply to requisitions, Generate Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations and submit applications).
* Preparing and submitting invoices, receipts and payments to the finance team.
* Occasional reception cover.
Requirements for this role include:
* A previous background in a conveyancing department.
* Proficiency in English and good numerical accuracy.
* Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
* Ability to manage multiple activities and work under pressure.
* A positive, professional and approachable demeanour.
* Excellent work ethic and attention to detail.
* Good IT skills; knowledge of a Case Management System and excellent keyboard skills.
* Outstanding communication.
Benefits:
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Monthly holiday bonus scheme
* Comprehensive training and development opportunities
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday 9:00 - 5:15