Job Description
Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary – Residential Conveyancing
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London | Office-based
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A well-established legal practice is looking to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary to join its Residential Conveyancing team.
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This is a newly created opportunity for someone with at least 2 years' conveyancing experience who is confident working independently and providing effective support within a busy property team.
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The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the conveyancing process and will be responsible for assisting with matters through to completion, with a particular focus on post-exchange and completion work.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Assisting with residential conveyancing matters from exchange through to completion and file closure
- Preparing completion statements and other financial documentation
- Coordinating and managing completions
- Preparing and submitting SDLT returns
- Preparing AP1 applications and associated documentation
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files
- Preparing correspondence and legal documentation
- Liaising with clients and relevant third parties
- Assisting fee earners with general conveyancing administration
- Ensuring files are progressed efficiently and in accordance with required procedures
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About You
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The ideal candidate will have:
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- At least 2 years' experience in residential conveyancing
- Good knowledge of post-exchange and post-completion procedures
- Experience dealing with completion statements, SDLT returns and AP1s
- The ability to work unsupervised and manage competing priorities
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A professional and proactive approach
- The ability to work effectively within a busy legal environment
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CQS experience or training would be advantageous but is not essential.
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This is an opportunity to join an established legal team in a role offering responsibility and the opportunity to become an integral part of the conveyancing function.
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Salary will be competitive and dependent on experience and suitability.
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If you have the required residential conveyancing experience and are considering your next move, please submit your CV and covering letter for confidential consideration.
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