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My client is searching for a Legal Secretary/Conveyancing Assistant to join their offices in Wallasey, Cheshire.
This post is on a Full time basis working as a Conveyancing Secretary in a very busy long-established firm of Solicitors.
This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of the firms Conveyancing team. The role is mainly of assisting a Licenced Conveyancer but assistance to other conveyancing fee earners may be required from time to time.
Duties to include but are not limited to:
• Providing quotations and taking instructions from clients and opening the matters on the Case Management System (LEAP)
• Request and drafting of legal documents including contracts, completion statements, property searches, SDLT and LTT returns and Land Registry applications
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, referrers, other parties solicitors and other parties involved in the Conveyancing process, maintaining clear and professional communication (both face-to-face and via telephone)
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations
• Setting up files for exchange and completion and dealing with post-completion
• Comply fully with CQS Protocol, Lexcel Protocol and the Office Manual
• Dealing with Lender Portals downloading mortgage offers, requesting redemption statements and keeping portal up to date
• General administration of files - printing of emails/documentation/ensuring checklists up to date and files are compliant
• Audio Typing/BigHand Dictation
Experience:
• Previous experience in a Conveyancing role is required
• Familiarity with Conveyancing terminology and processes
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Outlook/LEAP Case Management System
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive and good organisational skills
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
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