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Conveyancing Secretary/Paralegal
Firm: Bennett Oakley Solicitors

Bennett Oakley Solicitors, a leading local law firm, is seeking a Conveyancing Secretary/Paralegal to join our team in Burgess Hill. This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment where client care is our utmost priority.

About Us

At Bennett Oakley Solicitors, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional legal services across a range of disciplines. We work hard to deliver outstanding service and exceed client expectations while fostering a workplace culture that values work-life balance and flexibility. We believe in creating an enjoyable and productive place to work for our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative support to a residential conveyancing fee earner.
• Assist the fee earner with all aspects of conveyancing transactions, including sales, purchases, shared ownership, transfers of equity, and remortgages.
• Handle client communications via phone, email, and in person, ensuring excellent customer service.
• Manage and maintain client files with meticulous attention to detail.
• Use case management systems to track and progress transactions efficiently.
• Act as the first point of contact for clients when dealing with matters post-exchange, ensuring a professional and friendly service.
• Take full responsibility for matters post-exchange, effectively heading up the completion team.
• Set up files for completions, including drafting completion statements, requesting mortgage funds, liaising with accounts to set up payments/receipts, and collating third-party figures.
• Manage completion day processes, ensuring all formalities are handled smoothly.
• Handle post-completion formalities, including submitting SDLT returns, registering properties with HMLR, updating LMS/Lender Exchange, closing files in a timely manner, and managing any residual balances.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a conveyancing team or legal environment, including shared ownership work.
• Excellent communication skills with a professional and friendly telephone manner.
• Strong IT skills, including experience with case management systems.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills, particularly regarding post-completion formalities (HMLR, SDLT, and LMS updates).
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive, positive, and enthusiastic approach to work.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a reputable law firm with strong ties to the community.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Benefit from flexibility in working hours where appropriate.
• Join a team that values excellence and client care.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and current salary details to Samuel Cash at sc@bennettoakley.co.uk. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.

Take the next step in your legal career with Bennett Oakley Solicitors. We look forward to hearing from you!

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Profit sharing
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Work Location: In person