Legal Assistant

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join a well establised law firm in Oxfordshire. You will join their fast paced residential conveyancing team. If you're looking for a reputable law firm to enhance your career within conveyancing.. please apply now! Key Responsibilities • Dealing with new client enquiries • Providing sales and purchasing quotes • Opening new client files, including set up on our case management system and issuing client documentation/questionnaires • Supporting the team with administrative tasks associated with the new transaction process e.g. obtaining title information, issuing sales contract documentation, and verifying clients’ ID • Liaising with existing and prospective clients, answering, and resolving their queries where relevant • Dealing with third parties such as estate agents and solicitors, as part of the new transactions process • Submitting property searches • Preparing Transfer deeds • Updating the lender portal and downloading/reviewing client mortgage offers • Submitting Certificates of Title to the mortgage lenders • Interacting with solicitors and support staff within the firm, providing clarification on any queries or issues • Liaising with the Land Registry and submitting registration applications Skills and Attributes • Friendly and helpful team player • Well organised with ability to prioritise workload • Ability to work accurately with a good attention to detail • Able to use Microsoft Office packages • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written • Resilient and calm under pressure • Excellent keyboard and word processing skills • Possess high levels of speed and accuracy • Have a good telephone manner and be comfortable speaking with clients on the telephone