About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a conveyancing assistant to join our Client in Barnsley office on a full-time basis. The role is very client focused and the successful candidate will pride themselves on delivering a professional, helpful and friendly service.
Experience in conveyancing is essential, specifically new build sales and purchase, as we would ideally want the applicant to hit the ground running. You will be a quick and accurate worker and be able to follow instructions carefully while dealing with a high volume of work with a lot of client contact. In return the firm offers a supportive learning environment with the opportunity to develop and progress their career.
Key Tasks
Opening new files and inputting new instructions onto the Case Management system and producing relevant letters and documents
Updating the Case Management system in accordance with team procedures as the matter progresses
Issuing contracts on sale files and assisting in dealing with replies to enquiries.
Ordering searches
Dealing with exchanges and related paperwork
Setting up completions
Issuing Mortgage reports to clients
Dealing with incoming post where appropriate
Dealing with telephone enquiries where possible
Filing, billing, faxing, photocopying, sorting post and archiving
General administration duties for the office and firm
Requirements
Key Skills – Essential
Proficient IT skills
Literate and numerate
Ability to work accurately in accordance with the requirements of the team
Ability to deal with enquiries in a customer-friendly and effective manner
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines
A flexible and adaptable approach to work
Ability to work on own initiative & as part of a team
Experience – Essential
Experience in a similar fast-paced role
12+ months experience in conveyancing, preferably new build