We are recruiting on behalf of our client an independent family run multi-disciplinary high street law firm for a skilled Conveyancing Assistant.

Main purpose of the role (Skills and Knowledge):

To provide both clerical and administrative support to fee earners, either as part of a team or individually. The role plays a vital part in the administration and smooth running of the business.

Assistants/Secretaries are involved with the coordination and implementation of office procedures and may be responsible for specific tasks or projects and, in some cases, oversee and supervise junior staff.

Key tasks (but not limited exclusively to)

To conduct matters on behalf of clients in a professional manner. Providing a friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, and professional service.
Attending all service users and professionals, whether in person, on the telephone or by email in a polite, efficient, and professional manner always.
To comply with the Policies and Procedures pursuant to the Office Quality Manual at all times.
To always manage files to Lexcel/CQS Standard. Effectively maintaining and managing housekeeping of your file management.
Using a variety of software to support our case management system including Microsoft Word and 365, Outlook and Excel.
Diary management, together with booking appointments/meetings.
Attending meetings where necessary and assist in note taking.
Creating, photocopying, and printing of documents.
Participation in marketing activities, whether on a firm-wide, departmental or office basis.
Financial control, regarding cash-flow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures.
Meeting all deadlines within the specified timeframes.
Taking part in compulsory compliance training
Assisting colleagues as own duties allow and holiday and sickness cover, providing general support within the team/office/firm as required.
Always adhering to the Equality and Diversity Policy of the firm.
Further role requirements as discussed and agreed with the partners.

Experience

Proficient IT skills
Literate and numerate
Ability to work accurately in accordance with the requirements of the team.
Ability to deal with enquiries in a customer-friendly and effective manner.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines.
A flexible and adaptable approach to work
Ability to work on own initiative & as part of a team.
Experience in a similar fast-paced role.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £11.53-£12.67 per hour

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Employee mentoring programme
On-site parking

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

Dulverton, Somerset: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

law assitant: 1 year (preferred)
Administrative: 4 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Wil1

TLB Consulting

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