£27k - 30k per year + Benefits
Newstaff Employment Services is recruiting for an experienced Paralegal to join the Conveyancing team at this progressive 500 legal firm based in Harpenden, Herts.
A minimum of 2 years Conveyancing experience is required, ideally with the same law firm as the successful candidate will have a very stable career history.
Skills Required:
* Minimum of 2 years Conveyancing experience
* Ability to work independently, as well as in conjunction with the rest of the department
* Excellent telephone manner
* Multi-task in a busy environment
* Ability to prioritise
* Confident using case management systems with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word
* Outstanding organisational skills
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Calm under pressure with the ability to prioritise effectively
* Positive attitude, can-do attitude
* Effective team player
The Role:
* Opening and managing files throughout the transaction
* Obtaining title deeds, Land Registry title and plans
* Preparing Contract documentation
* Obtaining searches and replies to property questionnaires
* Checking post and dealing with matters arising
* Progressing a transaction, keeping all parties up to date
* Manage Sale files from start to finish
* Preparing Completion Statements and completing transactions
* Dealing with post completion of files
* Managing key dates
* Manage all updates to lenders including LMS Stars and Lender Exchange Portals
* Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and solicitors etc
* Closing files and managing residual balances promptly
* Ensuring all client details are kept up to date
* Scanning and copying
* Full utilisation of the Case Management Systems
* Using Land Registry Portal, SDLT, Word, Outlook and other computer packages as appropriate
* Provide support to other fee earners within the department as and when required
Monday to Friday 9 am to 5.15 pm
Salary: £27,000 pa to £30,000 pa + a range of benefits to include pension, childcare vouchers, life assurance, private health insurance, length of service awards, extra days holiday on your Birthday and more!
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