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Connells Group

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Legal
    Real Estate & Property
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You should be a strong communicator with time management and organizational skills, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a team player. Familiarity with case management systems and Microsoft Office is preferred.
  • You will manage your own caseload, draft legal documents, conduct searches, and handle pre and post-completion tasks while ensuring accuracy and communication with clients and third parties.

Requirements

  • Ideally this role would suit a legal assistant or similar looking to develop a career in conveyancing.
  • Excellent communicator, who can demonstrate good time management, alongside organisational and problem-solving skills. Accuracy and the ability to pay attention to detail is crucial.
  • Self-motivated and able to work alone or as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of Case Management Systems and Microsoft Office especially Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

  • You will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload which will give you exposure to all aspects of conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion, registration and closure of the file.
  • Additional support is provided by our specialised teams in title checking and post-completion, to assist with your workload & provide assistance when needed.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail is key as you will be taking instructions, communicating with clients and 3rd parties, drafting legal documents including Standard Precedent Letters, Contract Packs, Exchange and Completion letters.
  • Carry out Pre-completion, Land Registry and Conveyancing searches to ensure the file is ready for exchange and completion.
  • Carry out Post Completion work including preparing and sending applications to the Land Registry, Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions, file closures and checking account ledgers.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Junior Conveyancer position?

Ideally, this role would suit a legal assistant or similar looking to develop a career in conveyancing.

Will I receive training for this position?

Yes, you will receive comprehensive training and guidance to achieve your CLC qualification while working closely with a supervising conveyancer.

What are the key responsibilities of a Junior Conveyancer?

You will manage your own caseload, take instructions, communicate with clients and third parties, draft legal documents, carry out searches, and complete post-completion work.

Is there a support system in place for new employees?

Yes, you will have the day-to-day guidance and support of your supervising Conveyancer, as well as working in a supportive pod structure with other associates.

Do I need previous experience in conveyancing?

While previous experience in conveyancing is not essential, having experience as a legal assistant or in a similar role would be beneficial.

What benefits does the company offer?

Benefits include support to become CLC Qualified, a bonus scheme, the option to purchase additional holiday, Group Life Assurance, and a pension plan.

What skills are necessary for this role?

Excellent communication, time management, organizational skills, problem-solving, accuracy, and attention to detail are crucial for this role.

Are there opportunities for career progression?

Yes, there are opportunities for career progression as you work towards becoming a qualified Property Lawyer.

What software knowledge is preferred for this position?

Knowledge of Case Management Systems and Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook, is preferred but not essential.

Where is the Junior Conveyancer position located?

This position is located in Manchester.

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Connells Group

Real Estate
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1936
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Connells Group is the largest and most successful estate agency network and property services provider in the UK. Founded in 1936 and with a network of over 1,200 branches nationwide, the Group combines residential sales and lettings expertise with a range of consumer and corporate services including new homes, mortgage services, conveyancing, EPC provision, surveying, corporate lettings, asset management, land & planning, LPA receivers and auctions. In addition to operating under the Connells brand, the Group trades under 85 well-known local names including Abbotts, Allen & Harris, Ashley Adams, Bagshaws Residential, Bairstow Eves, Barnard Marcus, Brown & Merry, Burchell Edwards, Fox & Sons, Gascoigne Halman, Hamptons, John D. Wood, Jones & Chapman, Manners & Harrison, Paul Dubberley, Peter Alan, Roger Platt, Rook Matthews Sayer, Shipways, Slater Hogg & Howison, Swetenhams, Sharman Quinney, Taylors and William H Brown. As well as residential property sales and lettings, the Group has a comprehensive range of B2C and B2B services including new homes, mortgage services, conveyancing, EPCs, surveying, corporate lettings, PRS, Build to Rent, asset management, land & planning, LPA receivers, commercial real estate and auctions. Corporate clients benefit from Connells Group’s broad range of award-winning services and depth of experience and expertise. Connells Group is a subsidiary of the Skipton Building Society, one of the UK’s largest providers of financial services and products.