Location: Office based in Ipswich 5 days a week
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent
The Role
We are seeking a motivated and organised Paralegal to join our busy and friendly property team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in residential conveyancing within a supportive and professional environment. Previous experience in conveyancing is preferred, but not essential, as training will be provided for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* To undertake general administration on the instruction of Fee Earners from initial client instruction through to completion
* To liaise with clients via email, telephone, and face to face in the Firm's offices
* To deliver an excellent service to clients and agents keeping them informed at every stage of a case
* Meet and greet clients at the Firm's offices professionally and courteously
* To undertake file opening and closing procedures
* To obtain title documents and submit searches
* To prepare replies to enquiries
* Maintain up to date legal knowledge in relation to conveyancing law, ensuring changes are brought to the attention of the team
* Appropriately ask questions to aid learning and understanding
* Work proactively on own initiative, delivering good quality work in a timely manner
* Work to build positive working relationships both within the team and across the wider Firm, offering assistance and support within your capabilities
* Deputise for senior fee earners in their absence
* To be responsible, jointly with senior fee earners for encouraging new business opportunities through estate agents wherever possible.
Requirements
* Educated to degree level
* A genuine interest in property law
* Able to communicate clearly and concisely both to colleagues and clients
* Confident in the use of IT systems, particularly Word and Excel
* Able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail and methodical ways of working
* Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
* Able to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines
* Able to effectively structure own workload
* A willingness to learn and grow own conveyancing knowledge and expertise
* Able to work full time from our office in Ipswich.
What We Offer
* Supportive team environment
* Training and development opportunities
* Opportunity to gain hands‐on experience in residential conveyancing
* Career progression within the firm
How to apply
If you are interested in this vacancy please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to:
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