Conveyancing Assistant

We are looking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant for an exciting opportunity with a highly regarded firm based in Derby. You will be responsible for assisting a Conveyancer to enable them to operate at optimum efficiency and you will be expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative and to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Your duties and responsibilities will include: * Opening files and accompanying procedures, to include production of confirmation of instruction letters, updating central records and the entering of entities and capacities on each new client/matter file * Ensuring client work is delivered to a consistently high standard and that client files are up to date and kept in a tidy state * Co-ordinating the exchange of contracts * Applying for searches on purchase transactions * Preparing Contract documentation for the clients to sign * Preparing the accounts packages and co-ordinating completions * Dealing with the post-completion work * Handling incoming calls from clients, estate agents and solicitors * Using initiative to progress files within the limits of his/her own ability. * Understand and comply with the requirements of the SRA Accounts Rules * Acting in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures of the company in respect of client confidentiality & data protection, money laundering and health & safety issue Essential Skills and Qualifications * Having an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the progress of Conveyancing matters. * A minimum of 18-months experience in a law firm or within a similar environment. * A good level of education. * Competent typing ability. * Excellent IT Skills with working knowledge of all MS applications, especially Word. * Excellent organisational and communication skills. An attractive salary and excellent career progression are both on offer to the successful individual