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We require an experienced Conveyancer (Conveyancing Assistant) to work within one of our busy conveyancing teams, alongside a conveyancing team leader and paralegal/administrator.

The successful candidate will likely have experience running their own conveyancing caseload in a conveyancing business or law firm, dealing with a wide range of residential property matters. Due to our collaborative team structure, this role is not a designated file owner, however, you will have responsibility for progressing transactions alongside your team leader.

Undertake certain elements of fee earning work under supervision. In particular:

  • Deal with initial instruction paperwork and correspondence
  • Deal with sale enquiries (contacting client and third parties to answer enquiries and
    ordering indemnity policies if required)
  • Meeting clients with paperwork for signing and general enquiries
  • Completion set ups (indents, invoices, completion statements, and requesting bank
    details from client)
  • Deal with completion correspondence (notifying clients and agents of completion)
  • Check signed paperwork before exchange and request deposit monies
  • Update estate agents, clients, lenders and solicitors
  • Chase for redemption figures from lenders
  • Chase lenders for mortgage release on a purchase
  • Check mortgage offers
  • Check searches
  • Raise enquiries on a purchase
  • Send COT’s to Lenders
  • Draft SDLT Form
  • Deal with Help to Buy paperwork

 

Experience in a similar conveyancer or conveyancing assistant role, where you have been responsible for progressing transactions is essential.

We are looking for someone who is:

  • capable of working towards tight deadlines and under pressure;
  • enthusiastic, hardworking and can demonstrate initiative;
  • organised and able to complete assigned tasks effectively and promptly;
  • adaptable and accommodating;
  • a smart and tidy appearance;
  • excellent attention to detail; and
  • ICT competent, particularly with reference to the use of Word and Excel.

 

In return, BHW is able to provide an opportunity to develop within a large multi-team conveyancing department, alongside knowledgeable and experienced conveyancing staff. Our unique team structure provides progression prospects and a friendly, flexible and supportive environment.

To apply for the position, please submit your covering letter and CV to careers@bhwsolicitors.com.

We require a Conveyancing Paralegal to join our busy Residential Property department.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in the efficient operation of their team, providing paralegal and administrative support to a Conveyancing Team Leader and Conveyancer to help ensure a smooth client experience throughout the transaction.

Key duties will include:

  • file creation and client due diligence processes;
  • file closing and archiving;
  • generating correspondence and documentation;
  • ordering property searches and issuing contract packs;
  • liaising with clients and third-parties on the phone and dealing with basic enquiries;
  • assisting the team with the setup of completions including pre-completion searches, accounts indents, SDLT forms, and completion statements & bills;
  • completing administrative tasks such as document scanning, photocopying and filing as required;
  • completing post-completion requirements;
  • attending and participating in team meetings;
  • maintaining the key dates reminder system;
  • ensuring that client matter files are kept up to date, including the electronic workflow; and
  • other general administrative duties as and when required including answering external telephone calls, opening and sorting incoming post, franking outgoing post, door opening and client greeting.

 

Experience in a similar paralegal role within a conveyancing department would be beneficial, although further training will be provided.

We are looking for someone who is:

  • capable of working towards tight deadlines and under pressure;
  • enthusiastic, hardworking and can demonstrate initiative;
  • organised and able to complete assigned tasks effectively and promptly;
  • adaptable and accommodating;
  • a smart and tidy appearance;
  • excellent attention to detail; and
  • ICT competent, particularly with reference to the use of Word and Excel.

 

In return, BHW is able to provide an opportunity to develop within a large multi-team conveyancing department, alongside knowledgeable and experienced conveyancing staff. Our unique team structure provides progression prospects and a friendly, flexible and supportive environment.

To apply for the position, please submit your covering letter and CV to careers@bhwsolicitors.com.