Residential Property Legal Assistant Job at Douglas Scott (Andover)

Property Legal Assistant

Office Angels are partnering a local firm in their search for a Property Legal A...

Location

United Kingdom , Lewes

Salary:

25000.00 - 27000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in Commercial or residential Property
Excellent attention to detail and time management
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Job Responsibility

Assisting solicitors with residential and/or commercial property transactions
Preparing and drafting legal documents and correspondence
Conducting searches and reviewing title documents
Liaising with clients, estate agents, and other third parties
Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining case files
Providing general administrative support to the property team

Fulltime

Residential Property Paralegal

A well-established, London-based law firm is seeking a Residential Property Para...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

28000.00 - 32000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6-12 months' experience working in a residential property department
Law degree or equivalent legal qualification (e.g. LPC/SQE1)
Good understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction to completion
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Familiarity with case management systems and Microsoft Office

Job Responsibility

Conducting searches and drafting reports
Preparing contracts, transfer deeds and other legal documents
Liaising with clients, agents, lenders, and solicitors
Managing post-completion formalities including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications
Keeping case files and client information up to date
Assisting with administrative duties across the wider team

What we offer

Opportunity to work with an experienced property team in a reputable firm
Excellent scope for progression and development
Supportive and collaborative working culture
Central London location with easy transport links

Fulltime

Legal Assistant - Conveyancing

Property Legal Assistant to join a highly regarded forward-thinking company with...

Location

United Kingdom , Lewes

Salary:

25000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in Commercial or residential Property
Excellent attention to detail and time management
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Job Responsibility

Assisting solicitors with residential and/or commercial property transactions
Preparing and drafting legal documents and correspondence
Conducting searches and reviewing title documents
Liaising with clients, estate agents, and other third parties
Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and maintaining case files
Providing general administrative support to the property team

What we offer

1 day remote working

Fulltime

Residential Property Solicitor

A legal 500, well respected firm seek a dynamic and proactive Senior Associate S...

Location

United Kingdom , Wokingham

Salary:

50000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Manage a diverse caseload of residential property files from start to finish, with the support of an experienced Legal Assistant
Play a pivotal role in strengthening client and agent relationships through active networking and marketing initiatives
Demonstrate exceptional leadership skills, inspiring and mentoring junior members of the department
Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, working with minimal supervision
Possess exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with clients and colleagues
Senior level with experience in residential property conveyancing
Proven track record of successful business development and client relationship management
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Job Responsibility

Become an integral part of the firms ambitious and expanding team
Leverage your expertise to drive business development and enhance the firm's profile
Enjoy excellent career progression opportunities in a rapidly growing environment

Fulltime

Residential Conveyancing Assistant

An exciting opportunity for a Residential Conveyancing Assistant in Chelmsford, ...

Location

United Kingdom , Chelmsford

Salary:

24000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Month

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

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.

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.

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Residential Property Solicitor

Are you a focused Residential Property Solicitor looking to take the next step i...

Location

United Kingdom , Suffolk

Salary:

45000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High levels of customer service and communication skills
Track record of consistent billing within Residential Conveyancing
Dynamic approach to work individually and within a collective team environment
Experience using a case management system
Strong organizational and time management skills
Qualified Solicitor with relevant experience
Membership of the Law Society and/or relevant professional bodies
License to practice law in England and Wales

Job Responsibility

Strong customer service and communication skills to effectively engage with clients and stakeholders in the conveyancing market
Work one-to-one with a conveyancing assistant

What we offer

Highly incentivised bonus scheme
Continuing professional development and training opportunities
Hybrid working available
Private healthcare including reduced gym membership

Fulltime

Residential Property Solicitor

A well-established high street law firm based in Richmond is seeking a Residenti...

Location

United Kingdom , Richmond

Salary:

45000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years’ PQE in Residential Property law
Solid experience handling a full residential caseload from start to finish
Excellent communication and client care skills
Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
Able to work independently and as part of a team
A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEx) with relevant property law experience

Job Responsibility

Manage their own caseload of residential transactions from instruction through to completion, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, re-mortgages, and transfers of equity
Handle a full range of residential conveyancing matters independently
Work closely with the wider team to maintain high standards of client care and service delivery
Assist with business development and networking in the local area

What we offer

Supportive working environment within a well-regarded local firm
Opportunity to develop long-term client relationships and grow within the firm
Richmond-based office with excellent transport links and local amenities

Fulltime

Residential Conveyancing Assistant

Exciting Opportunity: Residential Conveyancing Assistant Wanted! Are you ready t...

Location

United Kingdom , Chelmsford

Salary:

24000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

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

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

What we offer

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