Legal Secretary - Conveyancing

My client is searching for a Legal Secretary/Conveyancing Assistant to join their offices in Wallasey, Cheshire. This post is on a Full time basis working as a Conveyancing Secretary in a very busy long-established firm of Solicitors. This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of the firms Conveyancing team. The role is mainly of assisting a Licenced Conveyancer but assistance to other conveyancing fee earners may be required from time to time. Duties to include but are not limited to: • Providing quotations and taking instructions from clients and opening the matters on the Case Management System (LEAP) • Request and drafting of legal documents including contracts, completion statements, property searches, SDLT and LTT returns and Land Registry applications • Liaising with clients, estate agents, referrers, other parties solicitors and other parties involved in the Conveyancing process, maintaining clear and professional communication (both face-to-face and via telephone) • Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations • Setting up files for exchange and completion and dealing with post-completion • Comply fully with CQS Protocol, Lexcel Protocol and the Office Manual • Dealing with Lender Portals downloading mortgage offers, requesting redemption statements and keeping portal up to date • General administration of files - printing of emails/documentation/ensuring checklists up to date and files are compliant • Audio Typing/BigHand Dictation Experience: • Previous experience in a Conveyancing role is required • Familiarity with Conveyancing terminology and processes • Proficiency in using Microsoft Outlook/LEAP Case Management System • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Proactive and good organisational skills • Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful