Trainee Conveyancer

The role involves various functions that are not exhaustive and require flexibility from the individual.

Main Responsibilities:

• Issuing of plot sale paperwork, including relevant contracts/assurances for plot reservations.
• Dealing with pre-contract enquiries.
• Processing exchange of contracts.
• Preparation of relevant completion statements.
• Completion procedures.
• Dealing with Land Registry requisitions on title.
• Registration procedures.
• Preparing documentation for exchange/completion of part exchange/chain break property.
• Online SDLT returns.
• Use of Land Registry online.
• Procurement of conveyancing searches.
• Dealing with incoming phone calls.
• Opening of paper files and inception on the Accounts System and DPS.
• Closing of paper files, including investigation of outstanding balances.
• Preparation of indents for accounts completion packs.
• Use of Elite for preparation of bills.
• Use of the DPS system or any replacement system the firm may install.
• Use of Word/Excel for production of spreadsheets and reports.

General:

• To provide a quality and accurate service to clients.
• To establish and manage clients’ expectations.
• Required attendance at Team Briefings.
• Willingness to participate in training/self-development and obtaining relevant qualifications.
• Attend courses/seminars when required, including outside of office hours if necessary.
• Be capable of managing own caseload without administrative support (where any support is absent or seconded to others).
• Participate in a “buddy” system to provide cover for absent colleagues.
• Be IT literate and follow the Firm’s policy at all times.

The firm: Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking, and our ability to focus on what matters. We support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses from offices across the UK and Brussels. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation.

Shoosmiths is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, demonstrating our proactive approach to employing disabled people and developing their abilities. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to everyone.

Equal opportunities: Our approach to our people is underpinned by our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and well-being. We aim to build a diverse workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, treating everyone equally regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs.