Overview
Our well established, modern & forward thinking Client is looking to recruit a Paralegal to join their Property department based in Banbury. You will assist the fee earners with a range of administrative and paralegal tasks to support the Conveyancing process. Conveyancing experience is required. This is an exciting time to join a fairly new team who are looking to grow. The environment is busy, fast paced and dynamic, and will suit a flexible, team player who is looking to learn.
Responsibilities
* Providing conveyancing quotes & open new files
* Dealing with client enquiries and queries over the telephone and in person, and providing updates to clients and estate agents
* Keep up to date with prospective clients
* Setting up files for completion
* To progress files through to post-completion, file closing and progressing to archive
* Undertaking dictation as and when required
* Obtaining correct documentation for Anti Money Laundering purposes
* Updating LMS and Lender Exchange
* Submitting registrations and dealing with requisitions
* Work within the framework of CQS
* Scanning post and allocating to fee earners electronically and onto physical files
* Dealing with client and office ledgers
* To undertake general administration tasks
* To attend Property Department meetings and Firm wide meetings
* To proficiently use the Firm’s case management system
* First point of contact for incoming calls
Skills and Experience
* Experience of working within a Residential Conveyancing department is required
* Sound understanding of the conveyancing process
* Knowledge of LMS and Lender Exchange
* Knowledge of Land Registry
* Excellent client care
* Understanding of conveyancing process
* Sound interpersonal and communication skills
* Good organisation and administration skills
* Ability to be a team player
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, and Outlook, and case management systems
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
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