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Residential Conveyancing Assistant

United Kingdom, Chelmsford Employment contract 24000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Month · Job Posted May 29, 2025

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An exciting opportunity for a Residential Conveyancing Assistant in Chelmsford, Essex. The role involves supporting the conveyancing team with various tasks, from managing caseloads to conducting compliance checks and handling client interactions. The position is onsite and offers a competitive salary, long-term stability, and career growth opportunities in a supportive work environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Assist Fee Earner(s) in managing their caseloads by undertaking legal procedures and administrative tasks as directed
  • conduct electronic ID verification checks for all clients, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and internal standards
  • accurately take and record client instructions in a professional and confidential manner
  • prepare and send client care documentation, including terms of business and detailed estimates of fees and disbursements
  • complete and maintain up-to-date OS1 and bankruptcy searches, ensuring all results remain valid throughout the transaction process
  • collect, verify, and dispatch relevant supporting documentation in accordance with procedural requirements
  • undertake and review pre-contract searches to identify any legal or practical issues affecting the property, including local authority matters, leases, easements, covenants, mortgages, land tax obligations, flood or subsidence risks, and structural liabilities
  • review mortgage instructions from lenders and carry out any associated tasks in line with their requirements
  • perform general administrative duties across the department as required, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team
  • support with any other duties necessary with the level of responsibility of this role as needed.

Requirements

  • Educated to at least GCSE level (including Maths and English)
  • minimum of 1 years' experience in the legal sector within a Residential Conveyancing department
  • strong organisational and time-management skills
  • strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
  • good professional written and verbal communication skills with excellent telephone manner
  • a team player with a willingness to learn
  • comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
  • proficiency in Microsoft Office.

What we offer

  • Supportive and friendly work environment
  • career development opportunities
  • flexible working arrangements
  • fun team-building activities and social events.
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