Conveyancing Assistant

Our client is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join their busy team in their Northampton office. Working alongside an experienced fee earner in a busy conveyancing environment assisting on a varied caseload including freehold/leasehold sales & purchase, re-mortgage, transfers of equity, right to buy and shared ownership schemes. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: * Dealing with queries raised by clients, solicitors, lenders and estate agents, whether face to face, by telephone or by email. * Making detailed attendance notes of all correspondence. * Opening and closing files on our CMS. * Taking Client instructions, carry out AML checks, source of funds and gifts checks etc. * Ensuring files on CMS are updated with all correspondence. * Applying GDPR and SRA regulations, following Lexcel and firm procedures. * Administrative support (including photocopying and scanning etc). * Preparing quotes to clients. * Drafting completion statements. * Requesting mortgage redemption figures and mortgage advances. * Assist Fee Earner in preparing report on title, report on mortgage and search report for clients. * Issuing sale contracts. * Replying to sales enquiries on freehold and leasehold properties. * Ordering searches online. * Setting up completions. * Post completion admin. (Drafting AP1s, Using Land Registry portal to submit registration applications, reply to requisitions, Generate Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations and submit applications). * Preparing and submitting invoices, receipts and payments to the finance team. * Occasional reception cover. Requirements for this role include: * A previous background in a conveyancing department. * Proficiency in English and good numerical accuracy. * Excellent administrative and organisational skills. * Ability to manage multiple activities and work under pressure. * A positive, professional and approachable demeanour. * Excellent work ethic and attention to detail. * Good IT skills; knowledge of a Case Management System and excellent keyboard skills. * Outstanding communication. Benefits: * 26 days holiday plus bank holidays * Monthly holiday bonus scheme * Comprehensive training and development opportunities Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 – 5:15