Job Description:
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Paralegal to join our expanding Residential Conveyancing team based on North Street, Bedminster.
You will have the opportunity to work closely alongside the team with their busy caseloads in a well-supported environment.
The team currently consists of two Lawyers, one Paralegal, one Trainee Solicitor, one Senior Legal Secretary and one Legal Secretary.
Job Responsibility:
As a Paralegal, you will provide cost-effective fee earning, secretarial and administrative support to the department, including:
* Providing estimates for residential conveyancing by telephone, email, post and in person as required.
* Undertaking certain elements of fee earning work under supervision.
* Interviewing clients, receiving and taking instructions, keeping detailed file notes of instructions received and advice given.
* Drafting contract documentation, obtaining documents from the Land Registry and collating documents to include in the contract pack.
* Drafting reports on title, mortgage offers and search results.
* Carrying out the various searches required as part of a normal property transaction as directed by the fee earner.
* Preparation and submission of Stamp Duty Land Tax Transaction returns.
* Reporting to clients and mortgage lenders with completed registration documentation and deeds as required.
* Dealing with routine client enquiries and communications, and requests for updates from clients, estate agents, other solicitors/licensed Conveyancers and mortgage lenders/brokers.
* Assisting with research.
* Checking incoming post and draft documents.
* Maintenance of file format and content in accordance with the Office Manual.
* Assisting with reception duties when required.
* Updating contact details when required.
* Assisting with file audits.
* Ensuring that emails/letters prepared for the lawyers are checked and sent.
* Managing diaries and organising meetings.
You will also be required to assist with accounts procedures such as:
* Assisting in the preparation of bills and completion statements.
* Obtaining payment on account from clients.
* Requesting cheques and obtaining a Partner's signature for cheques.
* Assisting with telegraphic transfers as required.
* Requesting transfer of money between client and office accounts.
* Chasing money due when required.
About Us:
Barcan+Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer.
We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture.
Ideal Candidate:
Our ideal candidate will have previous Paralegal experience, ideally in a residential or new build property team and have experience working with clients in a fast-paced environment and to tight deadlines.
You will have a Paralegal Practice Qualification, be a Trainee CILEx* or have a Law degree.
*If you are not currently working towards this, you must be prepared to simultaneously commence this.
Location and Working Hours:
* Full-time (office hours are 9am - 5.15pm, Monday to Friday)
* Part-time may be considered.
* The role is based at our North Street office but with the option to apply for hybrid working upon successful completion of your probation
Pay and Benefits:
Pay: £22,620.00-£28,000.00 per year
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Work from home
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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