Legal Assistant - Birmingham, United Kingdom - Browns Recruitment Consultancy Ltd

Browns Recruitment Consultancy Ltd

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Conveyancing Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Location: Edgbaston

Summary:
We are looking for a diligent and skilled Conveyancing Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our client's dynamic legal team. As a crucial support pillar for their solicitors, you will have a key role in ensuring smooth conveyancing processes.

Primary Responsibilities:

Full Support to Solicitors:
Collaborate closely with solicitors to provide comprehensive support for efficient operations.
Correspondence Preparation:
Use the case management system to prepare accurate and timely correspondence.
Client Interaction:
Assist clients through telephone and in-person interactions with a professional approach.
Filing Systems Administration:
Handle filing systems including daily filing, opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files.
Mail Preparation and Dispatch:
Prepare mail and enclosures for dispatch, ensuring proper documentation.
Diary Management:
Efficiently manage diaries for scheduling appointments, meetings, and deadlines.
Scanning and Photocopying:
Coordinate scanning and photocopying of paperwork for organized document management.
Audio Typing:
Transcribe dictations accurately using proficient audio typing skills.
Additional Duties:
Undertake diverse responsibilities as needed for the smooth operation of the legal team.
Client Correspondence:
Address routine client correspondence promptly to uphold excellent client service.

About the Person:

Residential Conveyancing Knowledge:
Show excellent knowledge and experience in residential conveyancing to handle complexities effectively.
Initiative and Proactivity:
Demonstrate initiative by independently handling searches and ID checks to proactively support the team.
Speed and Accuracy:
Maintain high levels of speed and accuracy to meet quality standards and deadlines.
Audio Typing Proficiency:
Exhibit excellent audio typing skills from dictation for precise transcription of legal documents.
Communication Skills:
Have a good telephone manner and be comfortable engaging with clients both on the phone and in person.
Organizational Skills:
Be highly organized, methodical, and adaptable in managing tasks, files, and responsibilities.