Conveyancing Assistant – Residential Property

About the role

Join a well‑established regional law firm known for delivering high‑quality, client‑focused legal services. We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support our Residential Conveyancing team in a supportive, hands‑on environment where quality and consistency are valued.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to residential conveyancing fee earners.
• Manage files from initial instruction through to completion and post‑completion.
• Draft contracts, transfer deeds, completion statements and standard correspondence.
• Liaise professionally with clients, estate agents, lenders and solicitors.
• Handle post‑completion tasks such as SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper files in line with regulatory requirements.
• Perform general secretarial and administrative duties as required by the team.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary within residential conveyancing.
• Good understanding of the conveyancing process from start to finish.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communication with a client‑focused approach.
• Ability to work effectively within a small, friendly team environment.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Legal case management systems

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience (£26,000‑£30,000 per year).
• Opportunity to join a respected regional firm with a loyal local client base.
• Supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Stable, long‑term role with genuine responsibility and involvement.
• Sensible work/life balance in a local firm.