Conveyancing Assistant

Harkaye Core Talent Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy law firm in Bradford is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to support residential property transactions. This client-facing role involves handling various tasks, including opening files, preparing documentation, and managing client enquiries. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months' experience in a conveyancing role, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The firm offers a supportive team atmosphere and a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Exposure to diverse property work

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience as a Conveyancing Assistant or in a similar role.
• Experience in residential conveyancing sales and purchases.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across a varied caseload of residential conveyancing transactions.
• Open new conveyancing files and maintain case management systems.
• Prepare contracts, searches, and completion statements.

Skills

Client care

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

A well-established and busy law firm is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join its Residential Property and New Build Conveyancing teams. This is a client-facing role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced conveyancing environment and takes pride in delivering an excellent level of service.

The Role

As a Conveyancing Assistant, you will provide essential support across a varied caseload of residential conveyancing transactions, including both sales and purchases. Responsibilities will include:

• Opening new conveyancing files and maintaining case management systems
• Assisting with residential and new build property transactions from instruction through to completion
• Preparing contracts, searches, completion statements, and related documentation
• Handling client enquiries professionally via phone and email
• Supporting fee earners with administration, filing, post-completion tasks, and billing

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 12 months' experience as a Conveyancing Assistant or in a similar conveyancing support role
• Experience supporting residential conveyancing sales and purchases
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow processes and instructions accurately
• Excellent client care, communication, and organisational skills
• Confident IT and keyboard skills; numerate and literate
• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a team
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working under pressure

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative conveyancing team
• Exposure to both residential and new build property work
• Clear scope for career development and progression
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience