Job Description
Conveyancing Legal Assistant – Residential Conveyancing – Lichfield
A well-established residential conveyancing team in Lichfield is looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join its fast-paced, client-focused department. This role is ideal for someone with a background in property law support who thrives in a professional, collaborative environment.
About the Role:
The Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant will provide essential support to conveyancers, handling a wide range of administrative and case-related tasks. This position is critical in ensuring smooth transactions for both sales and purchases of residential properties.
Key Responsibilities:
* Taking client instructions and verifying identification, source of funds and gift deposits
* Preparing and issuing sales contracts
* Requesting mortgage redemption figures and advance funds
* Translating dictation and drafting documents such as Transfer Deeds
* Responding to enquiries related to Freehold and Leasehold properties
* Drafting sales completion statements and arranging searches
* Updating clients, agents and internal teams on case progress
* Setting up and coordinating completions
* Completing post-completion administrative tasks
About You:
The ideal candidate will be confident, organised and able to work accurately under pressure.
Essential Skills and Experience:
* Minimum of 2 years' experience as a conveyancing legal secretary or assistant
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Experience with dictation and document drafting
* Excellent keyboarding and word-processing skills
* Professional, friendly and able to maintain confidentiality
* Able to work effectively as part of a team in a busy office environment
* Resilient, calm under pressure and highly organised
Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy, growing conveyancing team with a strong reputation for client service. The role offers excellent development opportunities in a supportive and professional workplace, where employees are recognised and rewarded for their contributions.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Generous holiday package, including birthday leave
* Pension scheme
* Health insurance coverage after three months
* Death-in-service benefit
* Annual social events
* Clear career progression pathway
How to Apply
Candidates interested in this Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant role should submit a current CV online or contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal for confidential consideration.
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