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Connells Group

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Brighton & Hove

AI generated summary

  • You should have conveyancing experience, excellent communication skills, good time management, attention to detail, and be self-motivated; knowledge of Case Management Systems is preferred.
  • You will manage a caseload, draft legal documents, communicate with clients, conduct searches, and handle post-completion tasks, ensuring all paperwork and funds are in order.

Requirements

  • Ideally this role would suit someone who has experience within a conveyancing environment.
  • 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 be responsible for managing a caseload on a day to day basis which includes all aspects of the conveyancing transaction from instruction to completion, registration and closure of the file.
  • Taking instructions, keeping accurate file notes, communicating with clients and 3rd parties, and completing tasks. You will draft legal documents including Standard Precedent Letters, Contract Packs, Exchange and Completion letters, general correspondence, and Land Registry and HMRC forms.
  • Carry out Pre-completion, Land Registry and Conveyancing searches accurately and timely. You will ensure the file is ready for exchange and completion, making sure all the correct and necessary paperwork and funds are in place.
  • 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

Do we support remote work?

Opportunities for working remotely are not offered with this role as it is office based.

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Associate Property Lawyer position?

Ideally, candidates should have experience within a conveyancing environment, though those looking for a training role in conveyancing will also be considered.

What are the key responsibilities of an Associate Property Lawyer?

Responsibilities include managing a caseload of conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion, drafting legal documents, conducting necessary searches, and handling post-completion work.

Is training provided for this role?

Yes, full support and training to become a Property Lawyer is offered, including guidance from a supervising Conveyancer.

What benefits are included with this position?

Benefits include a bonus scheme, the option to purchase additional holiday, Group Life Assurance Scheme, and a pension.

Do I need to have experience with Case Management Systems?

While knowledge of Case Management Systems is preferred, it is not essential for this role.

Will I be working alone or as part of a team?

You will work alongside other Associates, Property Lawyers, Senior Property Lawyers, and your Team Manager in a supportive team environment.

What is the location of this job?

The position is based in St Leonards on Sea.

Does Connells Group provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of various characteristics.

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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.