Conveyancing Secretary
Milton Keynes
Full time, Permanent
£25,000 - £30,000 (Depending on experience)
Our client is a well-established and respected law firm known for delivering high-quality legal services with a personal touch. They are currently seeking a Conveyancing Secretary or Paralegal with proven experience in residential conveyancing to join our thriving property team.
You will work directly with a Partner, supporting a busy caseload of residential property transactions, including:
* Sales and purchases (including new builds and shared ownership).
* Transfers of equity.
* Mortgage and remortgage transactions.
From file opening to post-completion, you'll play a pivotal role in managing transactions and supporting clients with professionalism and efficiency.
Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
* Opening new files and assisting with file management throughout the transaction.
* Drafting and checking contracts and other legal documents.
* Liaising with estate agents, solicitors, mortgage lenders, and clients.
* Raising and responding to pre-contract enquiries.
* Carrying out AML and conflict checks.
* Reviewing source of funds and source of wealth documentation in collaboration with Partners and Accounts.
* Submitting SDLT returns and Land Registry applications.
* Managing Land Registry requisitions and updates via the portal.
* Handling requirements of management companies and ensuring compliance with stamp duty regulations.
* Communicating with clients in person, over the, and in writing throughout the transaction lifecycle.
To be considered, you must have:
* The ability to hit the ground running.
* Proven experience in a similar conveyancing role (minimum 2 years preferred).
* Strong working knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures, especially Land Registry and SDLT processes.
* Experience with new builds and shared ownership schemes.
* High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
* Confident in client-facing situations with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* A proactive, organised, and collaborative approach to work.
If you are a confident and capable conveyancing professional looking to join a firm where your contributions truly matter, we would love to hear from you!
Ascendant Recruitment is one of Milton Keynes leading recruitment companies, with PA/Administration, Customer Service, Human Resources, Finance, IT, Sales & Digital Marketing divisions. Ascendant Recruitment operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on our current vacancies please visit ascendantrecruitment.co.uk
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