Our client is seeking an experienced Paralegal who has worked with New Build Cases to join their East London Office.
The Opportunity:
We are looking to recruit a Paralegal to assist our Fee Earners and conduct Plot Running casework in our fast-paced New Build team. The department deals with a large number of transactions each year, making this a very busy role within our progressive law firm.
Tasks will include:
- Communicating with clients via email and telephone.
- Collaborating with Fee Earners on client files to progress files as smoothly and quickly as possible.
- Assisting the team with workloads when required.
- Being responsible for the running of your own caseload from initial instructions to an exchange of contracts alongside the relevant Fee Earner.
- Reviewing clients' initial paperwork, carrying out ID checks, and finalizing the onboarding process.
- Adhering to AML and other compliance requirements at all times.
- Ordering searches and reporting to clients, lenders, and Help to Buy on all aspects of the transaction.
- Liaising with lenders regarding mortgage offers.
- Exchanging contracts with the Developer’s solicitors.
- Communicating with Seller’s solicitors and Developers regarding the progression of all client files and providing updates where necessary.
- When required, attending site visits to assist with business development for the department.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they can work on their own initiative while being a strong team player and that they can communicate with a wide range of individuals and Developers. An ability to consistently maintain high standards will be essential, as will excellent IT skills. You must be comfortable with communicating with clients on various platforms (video calls, face-to-face, email, and telephone) and with being responsible for and running your own caseload. You will also need to demonstrate that you can work under pressure and to tight deadlines without compromising service to our clients.
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about providing exceptional service, excited to be part of a winning team, and embraces our core values of Growth, Relationships, Ambition, Collaboration, and Excellence.
If you are interested, please submit your CV to Kim Peterson as directed.
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