We are currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Battle office in our Conveyancing team.
The role is permanent, full time M-F), and office based. Salary is dependant on experience.
Experience in a legal assistant/secretarial role and knowledge of conveyancing essential. Good "all round" office skills, including typing, and a willingness to learn are key to the success of this role.
The roles include, but are not limited to: -
Key Objectives
* To assist Fee Earners in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed.
* To assist Fee Earners in the management of caseload by dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone.
* To assist Fee Earners in the processing of matters on a timely and cost-effective basis.
* To support Fee Earners in the maintenance of files by effective file management.
* To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the Fee Earner.
* To attend to clients, taking instructions, and conducting letter and telephone enquiries as necessary
* To use the correct procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the company's standards and legal requirements.
* To improve and enhance the company's client base by effective liaison with existing clients.
* To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision.
* To comply with all, company policies and procedures
* To ensure our clients received the best possible service at all times
* To ensure our introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times.
Key Responsibilities
* Linking post to client
* Using Case Management/Ledger Systems
* Verifying client identification in accordance with company Laundering Policy Guidelines.
* Opening Files issuing initial documentation/client care forms.
* Reviewing files ready for archiving/closing files.
* Ensuring all telephone calls are returned within 2 hours of receipt wherever possible or at the latest, prior to close of business on each working day.
* Produce contract documentation in accordance with the company procedure and policy
* Raise pre-contract enquiries
* Order searches
* Exchanges
* Post-completion
* Generally, assist the Fee Earner with all aspects of file progression and casework, with their input and guidance.
We offer: -
* Competitive salary
* Pension
* Career Development
* Free on-site parking
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person