At Sweeney Miller Law, we’re committed to providing exceptional legal services while creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our people.
We’ve built our reputation on trusted relationships, expert advice and a genuine commitment to our clients, colleagues and communities. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented individuals who share our values and want to play an active role in shaping the future of the firm.
We believe that our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in their development, wellbeing and success, offering a collaborative culture where everyone is encouraged to contribute, learn and progress.
Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your career or join a firm where your expertise will be valued and recognised, you’ll find a welcoming team and exciting opportunities at Sweeney Miller Law.
Sweeney Miller Law are seeking to recruit experienced and motivated Residential Conveyancing Paralegals to join our growing Property team in both our Sunderland and Newcastle offices
You will have great customer service skills and like to work in a forward-thinking property law environment. You will be part of the team supporting clients through their initial journey in house buying and selling whilst working with Conveyancers to provide a better home moving experience for all.
Role description:
- Full assistance and support to a Conveyancer on all transactional matters
- Liaison with clients and third parties
- Maintaining our case management system and progressing milestones
- Issuing sale contract packs
- Preparing sale reports
- Obtaining redemption statements and preparing draft completion statements and invoices
- Undertaking relevant searches
- Preparing transfer deeds, SDLT and tenancy declarations
- Preparing completion packs and attend to calls to clients and third parties
- Handling Conveyancer phone calls and visitors when not available
- Any other administrative duties as required to facilitate the accuracy and speed of the transaction
You will have:
- Excellent customer service and organisational skills
- Excellent telephone manner
- Ability to work under pressure
- A good standard of English and Maths
- A good knowledge of the conveyancing process
- Excellent attention to detail
Our Values
Excellence
We strive for excellence in every interaction with one another and clients. The ongoing training and development of each colleague from their first day ensures that we can help them reach their full potential for excellence and guarantee the same level of service from every single team member at all times – the Sweeney Miller way
Inclusion
We are committed to promoting a safe, comfortable work environment for individuals from all walks of life and backgrounds, and we encourage and support each colleague to be their most authentic selves. For our clients, we strive to provide a professional yet personalised service to everyone, in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible, regardless of individual circumstances.
Honesty
We ensure that every interaction between the firm and our clients and colleagues is honest and transparent, in order to build and retain trust. We offer our clients clear, concise information about their legal options. We are open about our successes and stand accountable for our challenges.
Professionalism
We deliver pragmatic, realistic advice that it tailored to the specific needs of each client; ensuring that achieving the best results for the client is at the heart of everything we do. We work to the highest ethical standards, treating every client with respect and integrity, and upholding our regulatory obligations and expectations.