AJ Chambers is representing a Leading Law Firm based in Chelmsford who are seeking a Paralegal to join the Residential Conveyancing department.

You will work alongside the Head of Department in a busy and varied role. You will work in a friendly team with a reputation for providing excellent client care.

Responsibilities and duties:

* Preparing and typing up legal documents and correspondence including bills of costs and completion statements.

* Working knowledge of Land Registry Direct system application forms.

* Able to complete Local Authority, Chancel and other relevant pre-exchange searches.

* Accuracy and attention to detail.

* Progressing the conveyancing process in an efficient, accurate and timely manner whilst adhering to legal requirements.

* Assist other fee earners if required.

* Providing end to end administrative and clerical support on conveyancing transactions handled.

* Ensuring all documents and files are kept up to date.

* Maintaining a high level of professionalism and ensuring client matters and information are kept confidential.

* Dealing with enquiries from clients, including telephone.

Personal Specification

* Effective time management and organisational skills and the initiative to work independently, but also as part of a team.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to building effective and trusting relations with people internally and externally to the firm.

* Proven high level organisational and time management skills with the ability to think ahead, prioritise workload, respond to and manage changing circumstances and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

* Flexible, adaptable and positive attitude to work.

* Inspires confidence by consistently delivering quality work.

Salary and Benefits

* Hybrid Working - 3 days per week

* Competitive Salary

* Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)

* Income Protection

* Health cash plan

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Off-site free car parking

* 25 days holiday in addition to public holidays

* Monthly staff lottery

For more information please apply directly or contact Jess at AJ Chambers