Residential Conveyancing Paralegal

Tell me more about Wilson Browne Solicitors…

We are a legal firm with a vision and that vision starts with being a great place to work, a proper work-life balance, varied and interesting clients, opportunities for development and career progression, plus a host of other benefits. As a strong regional firm, we have an almost unique niche in our market with 6 offices, great clients, a heritage that goes back nearly 200 years, and a reputation that others envy.

Tell me more about the role….

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Paralegal to join our busy Residential Conveyancing team, based at our Higham Ferrers office.

Although previous experience in Residential Conveyancing/ using Case Management Systems would be desirable, other suitable candidates will be considered as full training will be given. You will also be IT literate and committed.

Responsibilities…

This is a full and busy role and will include the following:

· Supporting the Team Leader.

· Dealing with initial paperwork.

· Issuing draft contracts.

· Setting up matters for completion.

· General administration.

· Dealing directly with clients, estate agents and lenders.

· Supporting other members of the team whenever possible.

· Post completion.

Requirements

You will have the ability to confidently manage your own workload, prioritise effectively, have excellent communication skills and be a team player. Good organisational skills and the ability to work within a busy team is essential. Due to the nature of work undertaken, the successful candidate will be required to be DBS checked.

Benefits:

• 23 days holiday per year, rising to 28 days over 5 years, plus options to buy more. Plus bank holidays.
• Death in service benefit (after 6 months) paying 3 x salary.
• Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 4% and salary sacrifice for those eligible.
• Discount schemes on retail, utilities and gym memberships.
• Voluntary Health Cash Plans available and Health screening.
• Paid volunteer leave- 1 day per year.
• Regular long service awards and annual staff recognition awards.
• Cycle to work scheme (after probation and via salary sacrifice)
• Car leasing scheme- a tax efficient way to get a new electric car (after probation and via salary sacrifice).