Assistant Conveyancing Solicitor

TIME Appointments Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

TIME Appointments Ltd in Colchester is seeking a Trainee Assistant Solicitor to join the residential conveyancing department. You will receive direct support from a solicitor, ongoing training and a clear progression pathway to qualifications.

This role is designed for a motivated candidate serious about building a career in property law, with structured, process-driven work and exposure to both freehold and leasehold transactions.

Qualifications

• Qualifying law degree (LLB/GDL) and progress toward SQE or LPC.
• Genuine interest in property law and conveyancing.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Support on freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Draft contracts, transfers, and supporting documentation.
• Review title, searches, and raising enquiries.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors.
• Use case management systems and digital onboarding tools.
• Ensure compliance with lender requirements, regulatory obligations, and firm procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Client care

Proactive attitude

Structured/process-driven

Commercial awareness

Willingness to learn

Education

Qualifying law degree (LLB/GDL)

Progress toward SQE or LPC

Tools

Case management systems

Digital onboarding tools

Job description

Time Appointments are delighted to be working on behalf of a prestigious law firm looking for a Trainee Assistant Solicitor to join their residential conveyancing department. This role is designed for a motivated and ambitious candidate who is serious about building a career in residential conveyancing. You will receive direct support from a solicitor, ongoing training and professional development and a clear progression pathway to qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion
• Supporting on freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Drafting contracts, transfers, and supporting documentation
• Reviewing title, searches, and raising enquiries
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors
• Using case management systems and digital onboarding tools
• Ensuring compliance with lender requirements, regulatory obligations, and firm procedures

Skills & Experience:

• A qualifying law degree (LLB/GDL) and progress toward SQE or LPC
• A genuine interest in property law and conveyancing
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn
• The ability to work in a structured, process-driven environment
• Commercial awareness and interest in how a modern conveyancing practice operates
• Prior experience in a conveyancing or legal environment is advantageous but not essential.

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