£27k - 30k per year + Benefits
About the Role
Newstaff Employment Services is recruiting an experienced paralegal to join their busy conveyancing team on behalf of our client, a progressive 500-legal firm based inHarpenden .
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a minimum of 2 years’ conveyancing experience and a stable career history to progress their legal career within a dynamic and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Opening and managing conveyancing files throughout transactions
* Obtaining title deeds, Land Registry titles, and plans
* Preparing contract documentation and obtaining searches
* Checking incoming posts and addressing matters arising
* Progressing transactions while keeping all parties informed
* Managing sales files from instruction to completion
* Preparing Completion Statements and handling transactions
* Post-completion processing and managing key dates
* Updating lenders through LMS Stars and Lender Exchange Portals
* Liaising professionally with clients, estate agents, lenders, and solicitors
* Closing files and managing residual balances promptly
* Maintaining accurate and updated client records
* Using Case Management Systems, Land Registry Portal, SDLT, Word, Outlook, and other relevant packages
* Supporting other fee earners within the department when required
Skills & Experience Required
* Minimum 2 years’ conveyancing experience (ideally with the same firm)
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
* Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
* Strong multitasking and prioritisation abilities in a busy environment
* Confident using case management systems with solid Microsoft Outlook and Word skills
* Exceptional organisational skills and high attention to detail
* Calm under pressure with a positive, can-do attitude
* Effective and supportive team player
What You’ll Get
* Competitive salary depending on experience
* Life assurance
* Private health insurance
* Length of service awards
* An extra day’s holiday on your birthday
* Additional benefits package
If you’re interested in this job in Harpenden, don’t wait—apply today! A friendlyNewstaff Recruitment Agency team member in St Albans will contact you shortly.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contactAnne Marieat 01727 864 777or send your CV to annemarie.harrington@newstaffemployment.co.uk.
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Reference: AMH/E-PARA-C
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