Conveyancing Paralegal – Residential Property Law

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Conveyancing Paralegal to join a specialist law firm that handles residential conveyancing, wills and probate. You will work closely with clients, solicitors and estate agents to ensure smooth property transactions from start to finish.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing transactions, including freehold, leasehold, new build, registered and unregistered properties.
• Communicate daily with clients, solicitors, estate agents and developers via phone, email and face‑to‑face meetings.
• Prepare initial quotations, set up new client files and draft contract documentation.
• Raise enquiries, submit searches, and compile purchase reports and completion paperwork.
• Oversee the exchange of contracts process and handle post‑completion leasehold requirements.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Conveyancing Paralegal, Legal Secretary, Conveyancing Assistant or similar role.
• Proven track record handling freehold, leasehold, new build and both registered and unregistered properties.
• Ability to manage your own caseload confidently and work independently while contributing to a team.

Required skills

• Familiarity with case management systems.
• Strong IT proficiency.

What we offer

• Competitive salary between £25,000 and £35,000 per year.
• 35‑hour working week with annual leave, bank holidays and a Christmas shutdown.
• Employee pension scheme, generous bonus structure and career development support.