This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
Working within the Auctions team, you will provide high-quality administrative support to fee earners, contributing to the smooth running of transactions and ensuring exceptional service is delivered to clients at all times.
Job Responsibility
Supporting fee earners with the administration of residential and commercial property transactions conducted by auction, ensuring matters progress efficiently and key deadlines are met
Assisting with client onboarding, including obtaining instructions, carrying out identity verification and anti-money laundering (AML) checks, and reviewing source of funds and gifted deposit information
Preparing and issuing legal correspondence, documents and forms using the firm’s case management system
Drafting and preparing legal documentation, including transfer deeds, completion statements and other transaction-related documents under supervision
Assisting with the exchange and completion process for auction sales and purchases, ensuring all required documentation is in place
Preparing, reviewing and collating auction legal packs, including title documents, searches, property information forms, special conditions of sale and supporting legal documentation
Opening, maintaining and closing client files in accordance with firm procedures and regulatory requirements
Acting as a key point of contact for clients, estate agents, auction houses, solicitors and other third parties, responding to enquiries in a professional and timely manner
Providing regular updates to clients and stakeholders on the progress of matters and escalating issues to fee earners where appropriate
Ensuring client records, correspondence and legal documents are accurately filed and maintained in both electronic and paper formats
Assisting with post-completion administration and ensuring all relevant documentation is processed and stored correctly
Delivering a high standard of client care and contributing to a positive client experience throughout the transaction
Liaising with colleagues across the firm to obtain information, resolve queries and support the smooth progression of matters.
Requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong attention to detail
Team oriented
Able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload effectively under pressure and manage conflicting priorities
Proactive and determined
Able to progress tasks using own initiative, seeking guidance and input from others where appropriate