Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times. Key Responsibilities To liaise with the Department Managers and Department Head to establish daily responsibilities To perform daily tasks which include Filling of post and files Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to: Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm To provide cover for other paralegals /assistants during their absence Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required Requirement Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work Good time management skills Excellent client care Good communication Skills Good typing skills (audio /copy) Flexibility in support of other members of staff Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times. Key Responsibilities To liaise with the Department Managers and Department Head to establish daily responsibilities To perform daily tasks which include Filling of post and files Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to: Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm To provide cover for other paralegals /assistants during their absence Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required Requirement Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work Good time management skills Excellent client care Good communication Skills Good typing skills (audio /copy) Flexibility in support of other members of staff Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
Job Details: Posted: September Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear Salary: £23000 - £25000 per annum Division: Paralegals Practice Area: Residential Conveyancing Type: Permanent Experience: Paralegal Ref: 57 Sacco Mann Job Description Overview Sacco Mann are working with a leading modern firm with a great culture and ethos in Sunderland who are welcoming applications from Paralegals with experience in Residential Conveyancing who are willing to train themselves up to knowledge on Buy to Let properties to join their property department. This progressive firm are known to offer training contracts to Paralegals who have worked hard and proved themselves here. The firm My client are a progressive and ambitious law firm with several accreditations since their establishment in 1940. They pride themselves on the highly inclusive and supportive working environment and offer the successful candidate with the opportunity to get involved with the firm's networking and business development initiatives as they continue to expand in the year 2022. Benefits A generous holiday allowance of 27 days per annum is on offer with this forward thinking firm PLUS bank holidays. The firm are also well known for offering genuine progression opportunities as they conduct regular appraisals to review and reward your hard work; many Partners at the firm have risen from starting out as Junior Solicitors, proving your career prospects with this firm are totally boundless. The firm are very friendly and dynamic with a great reputation across the North East region. They regularly host social events and other discounts on your favourite retailers! The role - You will largely be working on a mixed caseload involving general residential conveyancing matters including some Buy to Let properties for the firm's loyal client base - Participating in the firm's wider business development is essential to your success in this role as you will build a rapport with clients, referrers and business partners with a view to encourage new work - You will be provided with your own fee earning targets both monthly and annually - Your work will focus on helping clients on their Buy to Let purchases - Undergoing competency training as and when appropriate to encourage your own development - Managing debtors on matters such as obtaining funds on account of costs and disbursements - You will be closely supported by Solicitors on the Property team The ideal candidate - It is essential that you have upwards of 4 years' worth of experience in Residential Conveyancing matters and are willing to gain knowledge on Buy to Let matters - If you have previous experience in Buy to Let, then this would place your application at a distinct advantage, but this is not essential - You will have a strong academic background with the ability to work under pressure and meeting strict deadlines - You will be personable with strong capabilities in building and maintaining a solid rapport with clients and ideally have developed strong long term relationships with clients previously - The firm is genuinely a close knit team so someone that really wants to involve themselves in the culture of a firm, and immerse themselves into life at the firm will fit right in this role How to apply If you would like to apply for this role then contact Chloe Smith at Sacco Mann on or ask to speak to another member of the Chartered Legal Executive and Paralegal team. Alternatively, if you know of anyone who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Job Details: Posted: September Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear Salary: £23000 - £25000 per annum Division: Paralegals Practice Area: Residential Conveyancing Type: Permanent Experience: Paralegal Ref: 57 Sacco Mann Job Description Overview Sacco Mann are working with a leading modern firm with a great culture and ethos in Sunderland who are welcoming applications from Paralegals with experience in Residential Conveyancing who are willing to train themselves up to knowledge on Buy to Let properties to join their property department. This progressive firm are known to offer training contracts to Paralegals who have worked hard and proved themselves here. The firm My client are a progressive and ambitious law firm with several accreditations since their establishment in 1940. They pride themselves on the highly inclusive and supportive working environment and offer the successful candidate with the opportunity to get involved with the firm's networking and business development initiatives as they continue to expand in the year 2022. Benefits A generous holiday allowance of 27 days per annum is on offer with this forward thinking firm PLUS bank holidays. The firm are also well known for offering genuine progression opportunities as they conduct regular appraisals to review and reward your hard work; many Partners at the firm have risen from starting out as Junior Solicitors, proving your career prospects with this firm are totally boundless. The firm are very friendly and dynamic with a great reputation across the North East region. They regularly host social events and other discounts on your favourite retailers! The role - You will largely be working on a mixed caseload involving general residential conveyancing matters including some Buy to Let properties for the firm's loyal client base - Participating in the firm's wider business development is essential to your success in this role as you will build a rapport with clients, referrers and business partners with a view to encourage new work - You will be provided with your own fee earning targets both monthly and annually - Your work will focus on helping clients on their Buy to Let purchases - Undergoing competency training as and when appropriate to encourage your own development - Managing debtors on matters such as obtaining funds on account of costs and disbursements - You will be closely supported by Solicitors on the Property team The ideal candidate - It is essential that you have upwards of 4 years' worth of experience in Residential Conveyancing matters and are willing to gain knowledge on Buy to Let matters - If you have previous experience in Buy to Let, then this would place your application at a distinct advantage, but this is not essential - You will have a strong academic background with the ability to work under pressure and meeting strict deadlines - You will be personable with strong capabilities in building and maintaining a solid rapport with clients and ideally have developed strong long term relationships with clients previously - The firm is genuinely a close knit team so someone that really wants to involve themselves in the culture of a firm, and immerse themselves into life at the firm will fit right in this role How to apply If you would like to apply for this role then contact Chloe Smith at Sacco Mann on or ask to speak to another member of the Chartered Legal Executive and Paralegal team. Alternatively, if you know of anyone who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website.
This Legal 500 listed regional practice are seeking an experienced conveyancer with at least 5 years' experience to join their well regarded and stable residential property department. You will ideally have experience of working in a team environment at a firm with a similar stature within the legal market. This office is based within an easy walk from Stockport train & tram stations with plenty of staff traveling via public transport. Duties for this role will see you not only fee earn but provide support & supervision to junior team members. Whilst there is secretarial & paralegal support in place you need to be competent in dealing with matters from start to finish as this may be required on occasion. As this is a senior position within the department you will also be required to take on duties of team manager and to cover annual leave when needed. You will fit into a team structure and despite this being a senior position, you will have the opportunity to progress your career with this firm. Caseload will include complex & high value matters with £multi-million values and issues arising from shared ownership, transfer of equity and complex leasehold claims. Experience of dealing with both leasehold & freehold as well as registered & un-registered properties will prove very beneficial. This firm heavily invest in IT software and you will therefore have a modern case management system, on top of an already streamlined conveyancing process, which will allow you to focus on dealing with your duties as a senior fee earner as efficiently as possible. Salary for this role is circa £40k with a bonus and benefits package on top. For further information, please contact Nick Skelly at QED Legal for a confidential chat
Feb 21, 2022
Full time
This Legal 500 listed regional practice are seeking an experienced conveyancer with at least 5 years' experience to join their well regarded and stable residential property department. You will ideally have experience of working in a team environment at a firm with a similar stature within the legal market. This office is based within an easy walk from Stockport train & tram stations with plenty of staff traveling via public transport. Duties for this role will see you not only fee earn but provide support & supervision to junior team members. Whilst there is secretarial & paralegal support in place you need to be competent in dealing with matters from start to finish as this may be required on occasion. As this is a senior position within the department you will also be required to take on duties of team manager and to cover annual leave when needed. You will fit into a team structure and despite this being a senior position, you will have the opportunity to progress your career with this firm. Caseload will include complex & high value matters with £multi-million values and issues arising from shared ownership, transfer of equity and complex leasehold claims. Experience of dealing with both leasehold & freehold as well as registered & un-registered properties will prove very beneficial. This firm heavily invest in IT software and you will therefore have a modern case management system, on top of an already streamlined conveyancing process, which will allow you to focus on dealing with your duties as a senior fee earner as efficiently as possible. Salary for this role is circa £40k with a bonus and benefits package on top. For further information, please contact Nick Skelly at QED Legal for a confidential chat