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Main function of job: To support the operational functioning of the Real Estate Practice Area, providing a high standard of service delivery to both internal and external clients, in line with best practice.

Relationships:

Main Duties:

• To proactively complete activities across a wide range of standardised work types, (either as individual tasks or as part of a broader project) spanning a range of Real Estate work types including (but not limited to) asset management, SDLT returns, Land Registry engagement, post completion work, due diligence
• To support the delivery of more complex activities/escalations within the work types, requiring a more in depth practice area knowledge
• Liaising with instructors of work regarding return dates, managing their expectations and securing feedback to achieve service excellence and improve quality.
• Maintaining and developing sufficient competence and legal/technical knowledge to work effectively with the appropriate level of supervision. You will be required to demonstrate your legal experience alongside an ability to work with a degree of autonomy.
• Proactivity in identifying potential issues and ability to suggest solutions to improve client's experiences and your own technical knowledge.
• Assisting other junior colleagues where appropriate with training and guidance.
• Undertaking tasks as delegated to you in a time and cost effective manner, adhering to deadlines where provided.
• Ensuring accurate time recording of both chargeable and non-chargeable activity.
• Understanding the role in the context of the practice area and proactively seeking to increase contribution via the allocation of work.
• Interpreting financial information to monitor your own performance against agreed targets ensuring there’s an ability to explain any differential.
• Filing all emails and electronic documents into the relevant document management folders.
• Working towards achievement of individual KPI's and contributing to team performance.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation

Typical tasks would include:

• Drafting legal documents and standard forms;
• Document review exercises;
• Reviewing and reporting on documents as part of due diligence exercises;
• Reviewing registers of title and answering basic title queries;
• Liaising with clients and third parties in respect of transactions, where appropriate;
• Managing electronic data sites including uploading and ordering documentation;
• Providing pre and post completion support on transactional work areas;
• Preparation of stamp duty land tax submissions and Land Registry applications;
• Legal research;
• Proof reading.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

Essential:

• A law degree
• LPC or 12 months prior experience of/ within the specific legal field/ technical skills set required to undertake the role with a proven track record of success both in terms of financial results and client service
• Evaluation and analytical skills, good time management and commercial awareness

• Basic to intermediate IT and keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and database programmes such as Lexis Library, Lawtel, Westlaw and Practical Law for carrying out legal research.
• Excellent administration / organisational skills.
• A good team spirit with proven team working skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility, willingness to learn on the job and to participate in learning and development opportunities.
• Attention to detail.
• Common sense and the ability to exercise judgement.

• Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks

• Business acumen and an understanding of the clients' needs

• Ability to build effective professional relationships across all levels of the organisation

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at DWF

Nurturing talent is very important to us. We are committed to equal opportunities in all areas of work and business. We want people to achieve their best, which will positively impact on our clients and communities in which we live and work. At DWF we empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

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