Conveyancing Administrator

Office Angels; Bakewell CP; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full training and ongoing support

Generous annual leave

Parking permit

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Administrator to join our busy Property Department in Bakewell. You will support solicitors and conveyancers with residential property transactions from instruction through to completion, ensuring timely progress and high standards of client service.

The role suits a proactive, detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a fast‑paced legal environment and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years' experience in a Conveyancing Assistant or similar role.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support solicitors and conveyancers with day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files.
• Prepare and process legal documents relating to property transactions.
• Maintain accurate client records and update case management systems.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders and other third parties.
• Conduct property searches and obtain relevant documentation.
• Prepare and submit Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns.
• Monitor key dates and deadlines to ensure smooth progression of transactions.
• Manage diaries, appointments and meetings for fee earners.
• Ensure GDPR, confidentiality and legal compliance.
• Provide general administrative support including filing, scanning and data entry.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Conveyancing Administrator

Location: Bakewell
Job Type: Full‑Time, Office Based

Join Our Growing Property Team

We are a well‑established and client‑focused law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services with a professional yet personal approach. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and highly organised Conveyancing Assistant to join our busy and friendly Property Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with residential conveyancing experience who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive and professional legal environment.

The Role

As a Conveyancing Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our solicitors and conveyancers with a varied caseload of residential property transactions. You will help ensure matters progress efficiently from instruction through to completion while delivering excellent service to our clients.

This position would suit a proactive and detail‑oriented individual who thrives in a fast‑paced legal environment and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting solicitors and conveyancers with the day‑to‑day management of residential conveyancing files
• Preparing and processing legal documents relating to property transactions
• Maintaining accurate client records and updating case management systems
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders, and other third parties
• Conducting property searches and obtaining relevant documentation
• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns
• Monitoring key dates and deadlines to ensure smooth progression of transactions
• Managing diaries, appointments, and meetings for fee earners
• Ensuring compliance with GDPR, confidentiality requirements, and legal regulations
• Providing general administrative support including filing, scanning, photocopying, and data entry

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of 1‑2 years' experience in a Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, or similar conveyancing support role
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A professional, reliable, and client‑focused approach

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within a residential conveyancing department
• Experience using the LEAP case management system
• Knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures and processes
• Experience preparing SDLT returns and conducting property searches

Personal Qualities

• Positive and proactive attitude
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Excellent client care and communication abilities
• Ability to manage a busy workload and perform well under pressure

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full training and ongoing support
• A supportive and professional working environment
• Career development opportunities within a growing law firm
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Parking permit provided

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a growing and forward‑thinking legal practice where your contribution will be valued. You will play an important role in supporting a busy Property team while continuing to build your legal knowledge and develop your career within a respected firm.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal‑opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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