Residential assistant sought to join busy residential property team. You will provide support to the Head of Department carrying out a varied workload, encompassing the entire conveyancing process from initial instruction through to completion. You will be responsible for a comprehensive range of conveyancing services including sales, purchases, re-mortgage work, residential development and landlord and tenant related issues. You will be motivated to provide an exceptional client service.
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
File opening procedures to include AML and verification of client identity, source of funds checks and risk assessments
Preparation of documents and property information forms
Ordering property searches
Attending to clients and taking instructions in person, by e-mail and by telephone
Assistance with marketing and development of the department
Taking of new enquiries and follow up
Conduct of casework and matters
Preparation of completion statements and invoices
Attending to post completion tasks including preparation and submission of SDLT returns and Land Registry applications
Archiving of files and dealing with residual client balances
Reporting to the head of department
Preparation of periodic technical releases for internal and external use
The position is based at our Lichfield office.