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Conveyancing Assistant (Otley)

Clayton Legal

3 weeks left to apply

West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, UK Get directions

Salary: £20,000 - £25,000

Legal Assistant Property (Residential) Full time

We are currently recruiting for a Residential Conveyancing Assistant to join the busy property team of this well established and successful Lexcel accredited law firm, with offices throughout Yorkshire. The role is very client focused and the successful candidate will pride themselves on delivering a professional, helpful and friendly service.

Experience in conveyancing is essential, specifically sales and purchase, as they would ideally want the applicant to hit the ground running. You will be a quick and accurate worker and be able to follow instructions carefully while dealing with a high volume of work with a lot of client contact. In return the firm offers a supportive learning environment with the opportunity to develop and progress your career.

This Residential Conveyancing Assistant role offers a competitive salary dependent on previous residential property experience.

If you are interested in the above Residential Conveyancer role, please call Adam Dell'Armi on 01772 259121 or forward your most recent CV to **********@clayton-legal.co.uk.

Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in house departments across the UK. Our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success. Take a look at our website www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.

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A competitive edge

In an industry with a valued reputation, our business has shone through as a highly professional, specialist recruiter demonstrating transparency, integrity, dynamism and a forward-thinking approach.

Our traditional values, combined with our 21st century vision and passion, have enabled us to stand out from the competition by offering the best of both worlds. Striving to be the first and most respected supplier of legal recruitment solutions, Clayton Legal has built a competitive edge without compromising on quality and integrity.

An expert team
When you’re speaking to Clayton, you know you are consulting experts, reaching the widest possible audience through our great market links. Our specialities include:

Legal Recruitment
Mergers and Acquisitions
Lateral Hires
Cost Draftsman/Cost lawyers
Contingency Recruitment
International/Overseas Recruitment
Partner Hires
Solicitors and Fee Earner
Support staff
Overseas Recruitment
Coverage across the UK Legal market
IT Staff

A personal touch
Trusted to provide expertise and support every step of the way as we help candidates and clients on the ladder to success, we have established a substantial and satisfied customer base with repeat business from local practices and multinational firms.

Our dedicated, professional team of consultants will work in partnership with you to find the right opportunities, fusing a personal touch with a broad network of contacts, to our mutual success.

3 weeks left to apply

Frequently asked questions

What is the role of a Solicitor in the UK?

Solicitors advise the clients regarding essential courses of legal action. They work with groups, individuals, corporate companies, public organisations, and individuals. They also research cases and draft legal documents. They represent clients in the court and coordinate with barristers. They represent and defend their client’s interests and provide specialist legal advice pertaining to different areas of law.

What does it take to become a Solicitor?

You will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Maths to be eligible for applying to a law degree. You will need two A levels and three A levels at A grade for qualifying to get enrolled for popular courses. Completing an apprenticeship is another route for becoming a solicitor.

What is a Solicitor’s salary in the UK?

The average per annum income for solicitors varies depending on the law firm and area of practice. Overall, the solicitor salary is quite good, and commercial solicitors are entitled to benefits like performance bonuses, increments, and paying trainees stipends while they are studying for their legal Practice Course. Large firms offer more incentives and perks to solicitors.

Is being a Solicitor a good job?

Solicitor jobs are among the most valued ones and being a solicitor is quite an esteemed and admirable profession in the UK. The role is not only monetarily rewarding but has brilliant career prospects. You can gain experience and excel in this position to get associated with one of the leading corporate or other law firms.

What skills should a Solicitor have?

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written are required for the job. Solicitors ought to be resilient, flexible, and attentive to detail. They need to have the team spirit and sector awareness in which they intend to work. Explore the latest solicitors’ positions in leading law firms on Simply Law Jobs!

Solicitor Job Description

Solicitors offer legal advice to the clients and represent them when and if required. They work in different sectors like commerce, local and central government institutions, the armed forces, and private practice. They conduct research regarding the cases and draft legal documents. They liaise with the clients and professionals like barristers. They advise companies and individuals on legal matters such as property conveyancing, divorce settlement, joint custody, and more. Solicitors working in the corporate sector offer assistance to clients regarding transactions and lawsuits. They can be asked to draw the contracts for commercial companies’ mergers. Solicitor jobs also involve appearing in courts or tribunals on behalf of the clients.

Solicitor Job Responsibilities

The day-to-day responsibilities of the solicitors include representing and defending clients’ legal interests and giving expert legal advice on different matters. Working in the commercial sector, they help the companies with business transactions. They protect individuals’ rights, ensuring that they are being treated rightly by the public or private organisations. They resolve disputes between the parties inside the court. They handle the legal aspects of a client’s personal or business matters, for example, drafting a will or providing assistance for acquiring and merging companies. They do thorough research on relevant laws for advising the clients accurately. Senior solicitors provide guidance to junior solicitors and paralegals.

Skills Required to Build Solicitor Careers

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written are required for the job. An individual with intellect and the ability to work hard will better fit in the role. Dedication and commitment are essential for soliciting. Attention to detail will help in being scrupulous with conducting research, giving advice, and preparing documents. Organisation skills will come in handy for determining the priority of different tasks. Problem-solving skills will aid in coming up with solutions to legal issues. The ability to adapt and work in a team are essential for the position. Finding your desired job and applying to it quickly has been made easy by Simply Law Jobs!

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