Legal Assistant

Hague and Dixon Solicitors LLP are seeking to recruit a full or part-time Conveyancing assistant for the York office. There is scope for progression within the firm for the right candidate.

The position shall include but is not limited to:

• Opening new files and inputting new instructions onto the firm’s Case Management system.
• Preparing correspondence through audio typing and/or word processing.
• Updating the firm’s Case Management system in accordance with the firm’s procedures as the matter progresses
• Issuing contracts on sale files and assisting in dealing with replies to enquiries.
• Ordering searches.
• Dealing with exchanges and related paperwork.
• Setting up completions.
• Issuing Mortgage reports to clients.
• Dealing with incoming post where appropriate.
• Dealing with telephone enquiries where possible.
• Filing, billing, photocopying and archiving.
• General administration duties for the office and firm.

Ideally a candidate will have/be

• Literate and numerate.
• Able to work accurately in accordance with the requirements of the team.
• Able to deal with enquiries in a friendly and effective manner.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Able to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Able to work on own initiative and as a member of a team.

Experience in a similar fast-paced role
12+ months experience in conveyancing in sales and purchases

The salary for this role will be based on experience.