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Base pay range
Salary up to £27,000 per annum
Regional Law Firm – Chester Office
We're working with a well-established regional law firm, recruiting a Legal Assistant to join the Conveyancing team in their Chester office. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual looking to gain hands‑on experience early in their legal career and work closely with senior fee earners on a range of residential and commercial property transactions.
Responsibilities include
* Reviewing initial documents received from clients
* Checking signatures against ID documents and completing risk assessments
* Requesting property searches and raising/replying to enquiries as directed by fee earners
* Corresponding with clients, brokers, estate agents, solicitors, and other third parties
* Reviewing and reporting on mortgage offers and lender requirements
* Drafting and reviewing legal documents and reports
* Obtaining and reviewing proof and source of funds and wealth
* Arranging draft and final indemnity insurance policies
* Calculating and completing SDLT returns
* Preparing completion statements, requesting deposits and mortgage funds, and making payments
* Handling post‑completion matters, including Land Registry applications and title updates
* Raising bills, archiving files, and maintaining accurate client and transaction records
* Assisting fee earners with file management, calls, and administrative tasks
* Supporting the exchange and completion of transactions
What we need from you
* Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise effectively
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
* Confident working independently and as part of a team
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Positive, client‑focused attitude with a proactive approach
* Commitment to self‑development and ongoing training (SRA and in‑house)
The Perks
* Salary up to £27,000 DOE
* Supportive, collaborative team environment
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
* Contributory pension scheme
* Christmas shutdown
If you’re interested, hit that apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com
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