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Our client has a permanent, full-time vacancy for a Paralegal to join their Residential Conveyancing team.

The Job

* Opening and managing files throughout the transaction in accordance with procedures

* Obtaining title deeds, Land Registry title and plans

* Preparing Contract documentation

* Obtaining searches and replies to property questionnaires

* Checking post and dealing with matters arising

* Independently dealing with general enquiries by email or telephone and keeping all parties informed

* Progressing a transaction, keeping all parties up to date

* Preparing Completion Statements and completing transactions

* Dealing with post completion of files

* Managing key dates

* Manage all updates to lenders including LMS Stars and Lender Exchange Portals

* Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and solicitors etc

* Closing files and managing residual balances promptly

* Legal research

* Ensuring all client details are kept up to date

* Diary management

* Scanning and copying

* Audio typing, as required

* Fully utilising the capabilities of a Case Management Systems

* Using Land Registry Portal, SDLT, Word, Outlook and other computer packages as appropriate

* Provide support to other fee earner’s within the department as and when required

The Person

Minimum of 2 years Conveyancing experience

Ability to work independently, as well as in conjunction with the rest of the department

Demonstrates persistence and commitment to completing tasks and objectives

Able to work at speed producing a high volume of work to a high standard

Excellent telephone manner

Multi-task in a busy environment

Ability to prioritise

Confident using case management systems with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word

Outstanding organisational skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent communication

Proactive and able to use initiative

A commitment to maintain high client care standards

Calm under pressure with the ability to prioritise effectively

Reliable and dependable

Positive attitude, can-do attitude

Effective team player.

Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so