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The Company: A well-established law firm with a number of offices across Bristol and South Gloucestershire that genuinely values its employees which reflects in their longevity of staff and creates a lovely, friendly atmosphere. This is a superb role that would suit an organised, focused individual who takes pride in their work, and enjoys a busy role click apply for full job details

Legal Assistant / Conveyancing Department Administrator who has excellent administrative, communication, customer service, organisational and time-management skills is required for a Law Firm based in Yatton, Somerset, South West England. SALARY: £19,000 - £26,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Generous Benefits (see below) LOCATION: Yatton, Somerset, South West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Pe click apply for full job details

The Company: Our client is amongst the UK's top 100 law firms, with over 50 partners and over 500 staff. They have achieved consistent and have grown organically. They strive to deliver an exceptional service at all times. They pride themselves on providing personal, practical and cost effective service to their clients The Job: We are delighted to be assisting our client with their requirement for click apply for full job details

Opportunity: Conveyancing Assistant Location: Bristol Salary: Up to 25,000 (DOE) A well-regarded law firm in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Conveyancing Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a keen interest in property law to gain hands-on experience and develop their career within a supportive and professional environment. The Role: As a Conveyancing Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting Conveyancers with their caseloads, ensuring matters are processed efficiently and clients receive a first-class service. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting Conveyancers in managing caseloads and handling file-related queries. Providing direct client support, including taking instructions and handling correspondence via phone and email. Managing legal documentation and maintaining accurate case records. Ensuring compliance with the firm's procedures, industry standards, and legal requirements. Identifying opportunities to cross-sell the firm's services. Delivering excellent service to clients. What We Are Looking For: To succeed in this role, you should possess the following: Essential: Reliable and diligent with excellent attention to detail. Self-motivated with a proactive approach and a strong team ethic. Good interpersonal skills with a client-focused mindset. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Desirable: Previous experience in conveyancing or legal administration. A law degree. What's in It for You? Competitive salary and benefits package. 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday and Christmas shutdown. Career development opportunities within a respected firm. Entered into private Medical Insurance after 12 months of employment. Financial support with your studies. Supportive and collaborative working environment. If you are an organised and motivated individual looking to advance your career in conveyancing, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to take the next step in your legal career or reach out Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Paralegal Land Acquisition Contract: 12 months FTC Location: Davies and Partners Solicitors, Rowan house, Barnett Way, Barnwood, Gloucester. GL4 3RT Salary: Competitive Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:30pm, 37.5 hours per week Davies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years experience. It has a national reputation for excellence in the Property sector and strength in depth in a wide selection of other legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham, London and Devon. Davies and Partners Solicitors strongly believe that their staff are the heart of the company and are therefore driven to ensure that all employees experience and maintain a good work-life balance. To work alongside the Legal Directors and solicitors in the department providing a full and efficient service, on a fixed term contract for up to 12 months, within the department to assist with the conveyancing of land and affordable housing, exercising confidentiality and client care at all times. Key Duties and Responsibilities To carry out and be responsible for day to day conduct of Land Acquisition and related work files under the supervision of the Legal Director; Opening new files as and when instructed; Collating title, planning and other development information and liaising with and/or meeting clients Photocopying of large plans and other documents; Managing incoming and outgoing telephone calls, e-mails and faxes as required; Updating databases and directories where appropriate; Audio typing of standard letters, contracts and documents; Assisting with responses to enquiries; Checking Legal Documents for quality, consistency and content; Ensuring files are kept tidy and up-to-date; Preparation of SDLT forms for submission to HMRC; Preparation of forms for submission to HM Land Registry; Preparation of completion statements, spreadsheets and all other paperwork in readiness for completion; Closing and archiving files when matter is completed. Checking nil balance with Accounts and confirming destruction date with Fee Earner. Legal Research The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges. Your job title does not define or limit your duties and you may be required to carry out other work within your abilities from time to time at our request. We reserve the right to introduce changes in line with technological developments which may impact upon your job duties or methods of working. This role meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role will require applicants who are offered employment to be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions. Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Personal Specification Legal Status: Appropriate DBS disclosure will be required prior to confirmation of appointment Right to live and work in the UK e.g. valid UK passport or appropriate visa/work permits Education/Qualifications: Law Degree or equivalent is preferable GCSE Level 5 (Grade C) or above in English Skills/Knowledge: Experience within a Legal Assistant or Paralegal role Knowledge of Land law is preferable Self-organised and proactive Ability to take responsibility and solve problems Attention to detail Ability to maintain client confidentiality Adaptable to the needs of the business as changes occur during the operational requirements Competent in the effective use of Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills You may also have experience in the following roles: Property Paralegal, Real Estate Paralegal, Conveyancing Paralegal, Legal Assistant Property, Land Law Paralegal, Residential Conveyancing Paralegal, Commercial Property Paralegal, Planning Law Paralegal, Development Paralegal, Affordable Housing Paralegal, Property Transactions Paralegal, Title and Search Paralegal, Legal Executive Property, Plot Sales Paralegal, Property Litigation Paralegal, etc. REF-(Apply online only)

Job Opportunity: Conveyancing (New Homes) at Leading Law Firm in Bristol Are you an experienced Conveyancer looking for a new opportunity in a fast paced, leading law firm? We have a fantastic opportunity in our clients Bristol office. This role has some ability for hybrid working. Join a specialist Conveyancing team, working with individuals, charities, and businesses on a variety of transactions. Our client is open to exceptional conveyancing assistants and experienced fee earners, especially those working towards qualification. Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of your own caseload which will consist of sales of properties via auction, transfers of equity and other transactions where we act for business clients. Manage matters throughout the span of their lifecycle and undertake and oversee such tasks as reviewing key documentation, managing completion and resolving client due diligence issues. You will drive forward each transaction, understanding each clients specific requirements and acknowledging the intricacies of their instructions. Working closely with unit leaders and other colleagues, you will be liaising with a number of external stakeholders throughout the life of the transactions. Key Skills: We're looking for enthusiastic individuals with experience in property transactions and managing busy caseloads. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to tackle issues logically and multitask effectively. Whats on Offer: In return, you will have opportunities for personal and professional growth, supported by ongoing training. Our clients promotes well-being with a Lifestyle Hour, 28 days of annual leave, your birthday off, and a sabbatical every five years. You can also customise your benefits and contribute to community initiatives through their charitable foundation. Salary is GBP26500 - GBP27500 although for an experienced candidate please get in touch to discuss salary. This is a full time permanent role with hybrid working.

Conveyancing Paralegal 23,000 to 26,000 per annum, Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm, Hybrid working, Permanent, BS8 Bristol, Pension, Holiday, Bonus, Parking plus more! An outstanding opportunity has arisen within a well respected, established law firm who are focused on delivering the highest quality of services are actively looking for a conveyancing paralegal to join their team. Offering support, training and further future opportunities, this would see you working with a team of 8 carrying out duties such as : Maintain clear and precise communications with other personnel within the firm. Ensuring good working relationships with external institutions and organisations. To Exercise high standards of Client care in a professional and pleasant manner. Maintain clear and precise communications with other personnel within the firm. Deputise for primary fee-eaner in their absence, passing urgent issues to senior fee-eaners for guidance. Typing of letters / documents and file notes. Experienced within opening and closing files. Completing and submitting SLDT forms Daily use of the land registry portal The successful conveyancing paralegal will have a need to hold current knowledge within conveyancing. This role would focus on commercial files so commercial conveyancing experience would be beneficial. you will also have a need to hold experience using a case management system, hold an LPC / LLB or equivalent qualification or additionally hold experience working as a conveyancing paralegal, conveyancing assistant or paralegal With hybrid working on offer, you can also work full time in the office should you wish. With a highly experienced team, you will be given support and stability and will be reward for your hard work. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join a fantastic firm. Benefits Include : Working within a modern office environment Bonus Hybrid working 3 days from home, 2 day's in their Bristol office 23,000 per annum to 26,000 per annum Private health care including dental Annual salary reviews 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension On-site free Parking You can apply direct to (url removed) or for further information, Please call Richard Hughes on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Established in 2014 we are one of the fastest growing high street law firms in the South West with offices in Bridgwater, Bristol, Frome, Keynsham and Shepton Mallet. Our expansion is a reflection of our strong performance, our continuing focus on strategic planning and our commitment to providing an excellent service to all clients and more importantly investing in our people. We can only do what we do, to the standard we strive for, by attracting, developing and retaining talented staff - people who are knowledgeable, capable and who share our values. We want our staff to feel engaged and valued. Following the growth of our business we are now looking to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Exchange & Completions team who can support the Legal team and Conveyancing department. Job Purpose We are looking for an ambitious and experienced legal assistant who has a passion for Residential Conveyancing. The exchange and completions team are vital to the success of our Residential Conveyancing function by offering support to the legal team and by providing all the necessary information to our clients to complete the sale or purchase of their property. Responsibilities and Duties * To assist Legal Team in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures and dealing with file related queries either face to face or by telephone * To complete tasks competently and within defined timescales to stay in line with Service Level Agreements * Preparation, checking and sending of documents e.g., Certificates of Title as well as chasing information including searches, mortgage offers, mortgage redemptions * Work through the Lyons Bowe key date stages to ensure all tasks are completed on time for both purchase and sales * Ensure that all relevant documentation is sent to clients on time and explained fully * Provide clients with real time updates on the progress of their sale or purchase * Ensure that key date stages are updated on the Lyons Bowe system to reflect the work carried out Requirements * Completed, or working towards, the Level 4 Conveyancing (or similar) qualification * Experience working within a busy residential conveyancing team * To be able to work to a high standard and possess a fine attention to detail and to be organised and efficient whilst working under pressure * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Established in 2014 we are one of the fastest growing high street law firms in the South West with offices in Bridgwater, Bristol, Frome, Keynsham and Shepton Mallet. Our expansion is a reflection of our strong performance, our continuing focus on strategic planning and our commitment to providing an excellent service to all clients and more importantly investing in our people. We can only do what we do, to the standard we strive for, by attracting, developing and retaining talented staff - people who are knowledgeable, capable and who share our values. We want our staff to feel engaged and valued. Following the progression and development of our team in Keynsham, we have the opportunity for a new Team Leader/Office Manager to join our satellite team in Keynsham. The New Instructions team is a market leading initiative designed to make the process of dealing with a law firm easy and seamless. Our New Instructions team are the face of Lyons Bowe, providing exceptional service and professional advice and guidance. Job Purpose The New Instruction Team Leader is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with the referrers and estate agents in their allocated area to achieve the designated New Instruction Team new enquiry to case conversion targets set within the online portal. The postholder will also manage and lead their team, communicate the departments goals and deadlines, and motivate team members. There will be a requirement to assess the performance of their reporting line, providing necessary support, ensuring that senior management are updated on their team's performance. As Office Manager, the post holder will also take on the additional responsibilities for ensuring the organisation and co-ordination of the office operations, procedures, and resources to facilitate organisational effectiveness and efficiency. Responsibilities and Duties * Manage the operation and administration of the team by ensuring that all work is organised and communicated effectively to the team and the wider business * Lead and motivate the team through various tools such as coaching, mentoring, feedback and objective setting * Providing top class service to our clients whilst also acting as a second-tier responder to difficult/complex queries into new instructions that are unable to be resolved by the legal assistants, escalating where necessary * Build and manage relationships with estate agents and other stakeholders to ensure the firm are retaining/obtaining their referrals and maintain these relationships through regular contact * Act as the key holder for the office, providing a safe and secure working environment Requirements The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a sales/customer service based role in an office environment. Ideally, they will have worked within an Estate Agents or Law Firm and have a good understanding of the conveyancing process, however this is not essential as full training will be given. We are looking for an outgoing team player who is self-motivated and can work well under pressure. Training Plan We offer full and comprehensive training to all of our employees and as such, the post holder will be required to complete the Level 3 Business Admin with Legal Pathway or another equivalent legal qualification. Once this has been completed further options will be discussed with them. Examples of some of the qualifications that may be suitable are Level 4 Conveyancing or Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisor. If the postholder is interested in completing any other qualifications this will be discussed with the Line Manager and Head of Recruitment and Staff Development. Development/Progression Plan New Instructions is the cornerstone of our business and we are extremely proud of the work that the team carries out on a daily basis. The Team Leader is paramount to the success of this function and the business. There are plenty of opportunities for the postholder to develop their skills within New Instructions and Business Development and have a successful and fulfilling career, however, here at Lyons Bowe we appreciate that everyone is different, and we are lucky enough to have a strong legal and operational aspect to our business. So, whether they want to develop their skills in New Instructions and Business Development, train as a Legal Assistant with the view to becoming a solicitor or find a career within a business support function, we have development and progression plans available for them. Any opportunities or requests will be discussed with the postholder, Line Manager and Head of Recruitment and Staff Development as required. Whatever you decide to do, Lyons Bowe will support and guide you along the way

The Company: Our client is a successful and growing legal firm with a head office based in Bristol and other offices based around the South West and Wales. Their clients include those local to the South West and Wales, UK national clients and international clients. They are proud of their highly experienced and knowledgeable lawyers. The Job: They are looking for a full-time Residential Conveyancing Paralegal to join their conveyancing team in their Clevedon office. This role is perfect for someone who has gained some legal experience already and is looking for a new opportunity within the North Somerset (Clevedon) area. The responsibilities for this role are predominately pre-exchange and will include: • Generating new conveyancing quotations • Producing Client Engagement letters and new client packs • Opening new files on our case management system • Dealing with correspondence with clients, agents, lenders, landlords and solicitors • Ordering conveyancing searches • Using Land Registry Portal • Issuing contract papers on sale files • Progressing sale files, including dealing with enquiries • Answering telephones and updating clients, agents, lenders and solicitors • Post completion work for purchases The Person: Ideally you will have previously gained some legal experience already. You will need to have good IT skills and should be familiar with the Microsoft Office suite of applications. The ideal candidate will need to have good communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrate excellent client care. A professional telephone manner and attention to detail is essential. In addition to this you will also need to be organised, accurate, proactive, computer literate and able to meet deadlines while remaining calm under pressure. The Benefits: 20 days plus bank holidays and car parking The Location: Clevedon, North Somerset The Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm The Salary: Negotiable depending on experience.