Eventus Legal are seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join a growing regional law firm as it opens a new office in Darlington, County Durham. This is ideally a full-time, permanent job position, with standard full-time hours of Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 5.00pm, although part-time options can also be considered for experienced Conveyancing Assistants. The salary is £25,000 to £30,000 depending on experience, and this is a genuine opportunity to join at an exciting stage of the firm's expansion. Working within a busy residential property team, you will support an experienced Conveyancing Solicitor with a varied caseload and become part of the team establishing the firm's new Darlington presence. Benefits include 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, a health cash plan, death-in-service benefit and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Role Responsibilities

This Conveyancing Assistant job will provide hands-on support across a broad range of residential conveyancing transactions, with regular contact with clients and other parties involved in the transaction. Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing clients with conveyancing quotations and preparing client care documentation
• Preparing and issuing draft contract packs for freehold and leasehold transactions
• Using the HM Land Registry portal to obtain documentation and submit applications
• Updating lender systems, including Lender Exchange and LMS
• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax forms
• Dealing with Help to Buy ISA information where required
• Providing updates to clients, estate agents, mortgage advisers and other parties
• Supporting post-exchange and post-completion work
• Preparing files for completion and assisting with registrations following completion
• Maintaining accurate files and supporting the Conveyancing Solicitor with the smooth progression of matters

Person Specification

This opportunity would suit an organised and client-focused Conveyancing Assistant who enjoys being closely involved in residential property transactions and working as part of a collaborative team. You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience within a law firm or residential conveyancing environment is desirable
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident telephone manner and a professional approach to client care
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
• Good time-management skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; training will be provided on the firm's LEAP case management system
• Audio typing experience is desirable but not essential
• Flexibility to undertake initial training and integration with colleagues at the firm's established North Yorkshire offices before being primarily based in Darlington

Benefits and Rewards

The successful Conveyancing Assistant will join at an important stage of the firm's growth, with the opportunity to become part of a new office from its early stages while benefiting from the support of an established wider team. The successful Conveyancing Assistant will also benefit from:

• Salary of £25,000 to £30,000 depending on experience
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Health cash plan
• Death-in-service benefit
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Ideally full-time, with standard hours Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 5.00pm; part-time options can also be considered for experienced Conveyancing Assistants
• The opportunity to join a newly opening Darlington office and grow with the team as the firm's presence in the area develops

About the Law Firm

This is a growing regional law firm with a strong client base across North Yorkshire and the wider region, combining longstanding local experience with an ambitious strategy for future growth. The property team handles a broad range of residential conveyancing work and is recognised through membership of the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme. With a new Darlington office now being established, this is an exciting time to join a firm investing in its people, its client service and its geographical growth.

Next Steps

Apply now to be considered for this career-enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Conveyancing Assistant job in Darlington, County Durham, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or phone 01325 624084 for a confidential discussion. Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

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