Conveyancing AssistantLocation: ChesterfieldSalary: up to £28,000 per annumContract: Full Time, PermanentThe successful candidate will be expected to provide support to Fee Earners within the department under supervision from the Head of Department. It is essential that applicants have a strong interest in working within a Conveyancing/Property department.Role Overview:
- Providing key business support to a busy, fast-paced and reputable Conveyancing department.
- Running and supporting with varied cases, from initial enquiry through to conclusion.
- Supporting with the ongoing client files
- Working directly with the Property Paralegals & Solicitors
- Updating clients on their property progress
- Setting up and updating client files via case management system
- Checking and uploading documents, ID and client packs
- Communicating with clients via phone and email
- Handling calls, providing updates on existing files and dealing with any other enquiries.
- Sending client feedback forms and questionnaires
- Ensuring vetting, compliance and file management expectations are upheld
- Issuing contracts to clients
- Processing any payments
- Supporting solicitors in the team and helping them manage their caseloads by dealing with specific delegated tasks.
- Supporting solicitors dealing with Land registry applications. To include liaising with clients directly and the completion of court forms.
- Updating clients on their property progress
- Ensuring files are managed in compliance with the firms procedures (including checking and uploading documents, ID and client packs)
Employee Benefits:
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays
- Matched pension contribution (5% employer, 5% employee)
- Westfield health
- Xmas office closure
- Hybrid working (where possible)