Assistant Conveyancer

A respected and long-established law firm based in Harrogate is seeking a reliable and organised Conveyancing Assistant to support the conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a keen interest in property law and conveyancing processes to join a professional and friendly environment.
You will provide administrative and legal support in residential and commercial property transactions, working closely with solicitors and licensed conveyancers to ensure efficient progression of cases.

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  Assisting with the preparation and processing of conveyancing documentation
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  Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other third parties
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  Managing case files, including opening, updating, and closing files in line with compliance procedures
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  Handling routine correspondence and communications
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  Coordinating with Land Registry and other relevant bodies to obtain searches and documents
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  Monitoring transaction progress and updating solicitors and clients accordingly
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  Maintaining accurate records and databases
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  Ensuring all work is carried out with attention to detail, confidentiality, and professionalism

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  Previous experience in conveyancing or a legal support role is preferred but not essential
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  Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
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  Good communication skills, both written and verbal
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  Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using case management or conveyancing software
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  An interest in property law and conveyancing processes
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  Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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  High level of accuracy and attention to detail

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  Experience with specific conveyancing software
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  Legal qualifications or study towards a legal or conveyancing qualification

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  Competitive salary dependent on experience
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  20 days' holiday per annum plus statutory holidays
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  Additional 3 days holiday for Christmas closedown
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  1 additional day off for your birthday if it falls on a working day
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  Private pension scheme
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  Health scheme
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  Parking permits available
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  Social events and annual away day
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  Ongoing investment in training and career progression
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  Supportive and friendly team environment
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  Central Harrogate location with excellent transport links
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  Opportunities for career progression within the firm

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Additional Information:

CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest.

This Conveyancing Assistant vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.