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Join a progressive law firm in Horsham where your property expertise will drive client success in a supportive, flexible environment. Job Title: Legal Assistant - Residential Property Location: Horsham Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package About the Role: This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established but modern law firm based in Horsham. The role is within the Residential Property department and offers flexibility, including the option to work four days per week. Key Responsibilities: Preparing documents and correspondence, including audio digital dictation and typing. Managing client files on SOS systems and hard copies (file opening, administration, and closing). Diary management and appointment scheduling. Handling property-related tasks such as submitting search requests, ordering documents, and processing Land Registry applications. Assisting with forms such as SDLT returns, AP1s, and lender exchange processes. Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, and mortgage lenders under direction. Assisting with new client enquiries and correspondence. Drafting sales contracts and handling post-exchange and post-completion formalities. Person Specification: Prior experience as a Legal Secretary/Assistant or Paralegal (property experience is desirable). High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and digital dictation. Experience with case management systems. Knowledge of Land Registry processes and SDLT forms. Fast and accurate typing skills. Professional, proactive, and approachable demeanour. Why Apply? A modern, forward-thinking approach to workplace culture. A collaborative and supportive environment that fosters teamwork. Genuine opportunities for career growth and advancement. How to Apply: If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply now for immediate consideration.

Conveyancing Fee Earner / Solicitor - Colwyn Bay Job Description: Residential Conveyancer / Conveyancing Solicitor / Conveyancing Fee Earner A highly reputable, multi service law firm in North Wales is looking to recruit an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner, ideally qualified to join its high-performing and friendly Property team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, well-structured firm that offers strong support, low volume caseloads, fantastic culture / work life balance and an market leading bonus scheme. Remuneration & Benefits Salary: Highly competitive DOE Bonus scheme - 20% of all billings over 3x Salary Paralegal / Legal Secretary support 26 days holidays + Bank holidays Hybrid working - 2 days from home Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm Supportive, relaxed and friendly working environment Genuine progression opportunities The Role Manage a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion Handle Freehold and Leasehold Sale and Purchase matters Ability to deal with New Build, Shared Ownership and Buy to Let (Not essential) Work closely with support teams to ensure smooth file progression Maintain a high level of client care Work within a structured and well-supported property department The Candidate Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, CILEX or experienced Fee Earner Ability to manage a residential caseload independently from inception to completion Capable of managing 60-80 files from start to finish Confident handling Sale & Purchase transactions is essential Strong organisational and communication skills Team player with a positive attitude How to Apply For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, or to explore the wider conveyancing market, please contact Nathaniel Jones at SJC Partners.

Our client has a permanent vacancy for an experienced Legal Secretary or Paralegal to join their Agricultural Property team. This is a very important role within the Firm as a whole. To be considered for the role, it is crucial that you have at least 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in a senior secretarial or paralegal capacity with the property department in a busy Law Firm. Role: Preparation of correspondence and documents through audiotyping and word processing File management i.e. daily filing on clients' matters File opening, closure, storage and retrieval from archive in accordance with the Firm's procedures Preparation of mails and enclosures for dispatch, taking utmost care to attach the appropriate enclosures to the right correspondence Setting reminders for key dates, chasing search results and other such reminders to promote excellent client care and ensure smooth running of files. Liaise with clients (both face to face and on the telephone), other solicitors, lenders and other parties as instructed by the Director. Manage matters from exchange to completion and post completion formalities. Assisting the Head of Department and other Fee Earners within the Team on purchase, sale, re-mortgage and transfer of equity matters. Answering incoming calls in a professional manner and directing them to the relevant people, taking detailed and useful messages Undertaking general administrative duties Assisting with completion statements, accounts queries, postings and billing Preparing, editing and formatting documents Some legal research for and on behalf of the HoD. Other such tasks as necessary and required by the HoD. Requirements: Relevant Residential, Commercial and/or Agricultural Property experience. Excellent organisational skills, and ability to multitask. Impeccable time keeping and reliability. Impressive communication skills: verbal and written. Attention to detail, accuracy, and high-quality work. Ability to hit the ground running. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a Team - must be a team player. Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.