An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and well organised legal assistant in our friendly, well established and approachable residential property team.
Responsibilities Include
* General administrative tasks
* Prepare and submit quotes to clients
* Dealing with queries raised by clients, solicitors, lenders and estate agents
* Provide client updates and monitor matter progression
* Opening/closing files on the case management system, compliant with the firm’s AML and quality standards and SRA and CQS regulations
* Experience of Leasehold transactions
* Carry out searches online
* Use Land Registry portal to submit registrations, replying to requisitions and ordering official copies, leases and title plans
* Generate Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations and submit applications
* Preparing and submitting bills, receipts and payments to the finance team for fee earners
* Occasional reception cover
Requirements For This Role Include
* Preferably previous work experience as a conveyancing assistant
* Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
* Advanced computer literacy (word, excel, outlook)
* Working knowledge of case management software
* Proficiency in English
* Excellent administrative and organisational skills
* Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
* Excellent attention to detail
* Basic understanding of the conveyancing process
* Immediate start available
* Hours: Monday to Friday - 9:00 to 5:15 (on site - Solihull Office)
* Attractive salary dependent on experience
* 26 days holiday + BHs
* Pension scheme
* Holiday bonus scheme
* Firm funded eye tests
* Comprehensive training and development opportunities including support to study for professional qualifications
To apply for this position, please send your CV and a covering note to Lisa Syrett - lisasyrett@hcbgroup.com #J-18808-Ljbffr