Conveyancing paralegal

Residential & Commercial Property Paralegal

Role Overview
A well-established and growing law firm is seeking a proactive and organised Residential & Commercial Property Paralegal to join its busy property department. The successful candidate will support the conveyancing team with a varied caseload of residential and commercial property transactions, assisting from instruction through to completion.

This role is ideal for a motivated individual looking to develop their career in property law, with excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering outstanding client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with a broad range of residential and commercial property matters from instruction to completion.
• Preparing contract packs, legal documents, and completion statements.
• Conducting property searches and assisting with title investigations.
• Raising and responding to routine enquiries under supervision.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, brokers, solicitors, and other third parties.
• Assisting with freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Supporting matters involving re-mortgages, transfers of equity, and new build transactions.
• Preparing SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications.
• Ensuring AML checks and compliance procedures are completed accurately.
• Maintaining accurate case records and updating the firm's case management system.
• Providing administrative support to the wider property team as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Property Paralegal or Legal Assistant within residential or commercial conveyancing.
• A sound understanding of the conveyancing process.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A Law degree, LPC/SQE, CLC qualification, or equivalent legal studies would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Additional language skills are beneficial but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Clear opportunities for progression within the property team.