Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant - Southampton, United Kingdom - Ashville Knight Recruitment

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Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant

(Completions Department:
Must have working knowledge of post-exchange.)


Up to £28,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Southampton, Hampshire
A fantastic opportunity for a Completions Legal Assistant to join an established and well-respected multi service law firm. The firm offer excellent support and the staff are the heart of the

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Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant

(Completions Department:
Must have working knowledge of post-exchange.)


Up to £28,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Southampton, Hampshire
A fantastic opportunity for a Completions Legal Assistant to join an established and well-respected multi service law firm. The firm offer excellent support and the staff are the heart of the business.


Duties will include:


  • Assisting fee earners with a variety of property matters.
  • Some postcompletion formalities including Registration, Land Registry Forms and AP1s.
  • Completing SDLT returns and other online form filing.
  • Using the Land Registry portal to obtain title and carry out necessary Land Registry searches.
  • Assisting with drafting the relevant legal documentation to include Contracts and Transfers.
  • Preparing Completion Statements and Invoices.
  • Archiving files and scheduling deeds.
  • Prepare CHAPS and BACS forms.
  • Audio typing using a dictation system.
  • Assisting the property department generally.

Desired skills:


  • Legal experience within commercial or residential property essential at least 2 years plus.
  • Display a positive attitude and be flexible.
  • Have strong communication skills.
  • Knowledge of using case management systems.
  • Ability to use initiative and to work as part of a busy team.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
  • Fast and accurate typing skills.

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