Assistant Conveyancer in Northampton

Main informationExperience Level: AdvancedTerm Type: PermanentFulltime: TrueExternal Department: Plot SalesLocation Text: Manchester or NorthamptonThe roleKey responsibilitiesIssuing and preparing contract packs on the basis of pre-prepared standard documents following receipt of memorandum of saleDealing with pre-contract enquiries under supervision where required. Processing exchange of contractsDealing with Part exchange purchases and resalesPreparation of relevant completion statementsCompletion proceduresUndertaking Land Registry Applications for broader property teamCompleting on line SDLT returns for broader Real Estate teamUse of Land Registry on lineProcurement of conveyancing searchesDealing with incoming phone calls and postCorrectly doing up outgoing post in time for relevant collectionOpening of filesPreparation of billsUse of the Document Production System or any replacement system the firm may installUse of Word / Excel for production of spreadsheets and reportsOther duties may involve supporting the wider Real Estate team from time to timeAdded advantage but not a pre-requisitePreparing site set up documentation/pack to include preparation of the draft contracts, transfers, title pack and site set up documents. Dealing with sale of freehold blocks of apartments. The teamWe have specialist conveyancing teams qualified to deal with residential conveyancing. These teams include Solicitors, Licensed Conveyancers, Legal Executives, experienced non-qualified Conveyancers, paralegals and support staff. Our dedicated team of conveyancing lawyers and supporting paralegal progressors provide an unrivalled level of attention, treating each transaction with care and consideration. Our expert team progress our clients' instructions for 5,000 properties bought and sold each year, while our clients include private individuals, property investors, developers and lenders. The firmShoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. The first top 50 law firm to achieve 'Platinum Standard' Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm. We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits. PackageEqual opportunities Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well-being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues. This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.#