Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Our Client a leading multi office practice specialising in property, due to continued growth are now recruiting for experienced Property Paralegal / Legal Assistants to join their property departments in Benfleet and Hockley. You will find a friendly and supportive culture, our client has a reputation for dealing with high-quality work and delivering a first class service .
The Role
•Provide support to fee earners
•Take instructions from clients
•Preparing contract pack for each plot sale when dealing with the new build element of the job
•Chasing enquiries and progress on the matter to ensure a speedy exchange
•Raising client enquiries with solicitors for developers
•Carry out all electronic ID checks, OS2 and Bankruptcy searches
•Issuing contracts and dealing with any related sale or part exchange enquiries
•Support in exchanging contracts and completion transactions
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The Candidate
•You will have at least 1 year’s residential property experience gained within a reputable law firm, Knowledge of conveyancing from start to finish along with new build experience would be preferred
•Strong IT skills, experience with case management systems
•Able to work to deadlines
•Strong communication skills across all channels with developers, solicitors, lenders and clients
Benefits
•Pension
•Parking
•Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm
•20 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure
•Friendly working atmosphere