At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in property transactions and provide exceptional client support.
- Company: Boutique legal firm in Wantage with a focus on conveyancing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team environment, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with room for personal development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real difference in clients' lives.
- Qualifications: Experience in conveyancing and strong customer service skills.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 32000 £ per year.
Berry Recruitment are NOW hiring for a committed and experienced Legal Assistant - Conveyancing to work for a boutique Legal firm in Wantage.
Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 per annum (Depending on experience)
Location: Wantage, Oxfordshire
Hours: Office based. Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Key Responsibilities of the Legal Assistant - Conveyancing:
- Ordering property searches.
- Dealing with ID/AML procedures and requirements.
- Working directly with clients to ensure a seamless service.
- Drafting contract packs and client care letters.
- Assisting the clients, developers, and brokers with any queries either by telephone or email.
- Sending standard correspondence to clients.
- Drafting Stamp Duty Land Tax form in preparation for report to client.
- Write to clients and solicitors confirming exchange.
- Obtain OS2 and Bankruptcy searches and downloading the search results onto case file and lender portals.
- Obtain closing statements from clients and order ISA/LISA funds.
- Order redemption statements from lenders on sales.
- On completion ensure submission and payment of SDLT is made to HMRC.
- Arranging completion letters to client and solicitors, sending deeds etc on sales to solicitors.
- Submitting END1s/DS1s to existing lenders/HTB on sales.
- Submit the AP1 to Land Registry to register clients as new proprietors.
- Responding to Requisitions raised by the Land Registry.
- Send title documents to lenders and clients.
About you:
- Experience with using digital audio systems.
- Experience with working in conveyancing is preferred.
- Exceptional customer service.
- Able to type a decent speed as quite fast-paced environment.
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification we have listed. If your experience looks a little different but you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
Legal Assistant - Conveyancing in Wantage employer: Berry Recruitment Ltd
Berry Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises health and safety while maintaining high hygiene standards. With opportunities for online training and a temp to perm position, employees can expect meaningful growth and stability in their roles, all within the vibrant community of Basildon.
