Residential Conveyancer/assistant in Colchester, Essex

We're working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm looking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant to join their busy Residential Conveyancing team in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous conveyancing or legal support experience to join a supportive and professional environment, assisting fee earners with residential property transactions from instruction through to post-completion.

The Role

We are seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to provide essential support to the Residential Conveyancing team, helping to ensure transactions progress smoothly and clients receive an excellent standard of service throughout the process.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting fee earners with the day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files
• Supporting transactions from instruction through to completion and post-completion
• Handling client enquiries and providing professional support via telephone, email and in person
• Liaising with estate agents, mortgage lenders, solicitors and other third parties throughout transactions
• Preparing and drafting standard correspondence and legal documentation
• Assisting with file opening procedures and preparing initial client documentation
• Undertaking AML and client due diligence checks
• Providing conveyancing quotations to prospective clients and supporting new business enquiries
• Assisting with Land Registry applications, post-completion work and file closure procedures
• Maintaining accurate records using the firm's case management system
• Assisting with general administrative duties including filing, scanning and post management

About You

• Previous experience within a conveyancing or legal support environment
• Good understanding of the residential conveyancing process
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a busy office environment
• Experience using legal case management systems is advantageous

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000
• Opportunity to join a respected and established law firm
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Exposure to a broad range of residential conveyancing matters
• Long-term progression opportunities within the legal profession

Why Apply?

This role is ideal for a Conveyancing Assistant looking to further develop their career within a reputable Residential Conveyancing team, gaining valuable experience while working alongside experienced legal professionals in a supportive environment.

Interested? Send your CV to tom.winks@oculuslegalgroup.com or call 01174 562 133 for a confidential discussion.