Conveyancing Assistant

Yorkshire Pie Company; Castleford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

Leave: 31 days

Pension scheme

Life cover

Medical insurance

Parental pay

Health plan

Transport discounts

Referral bonuses

Job summary

A well-established regional law firm in Castleford is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join its busy Residential Property team. This full-time, office-based role requires at least 6 months’ experience supporting residential conveyancing transactions, including new builds.

You'll provide hands-on support to Solicitors and Fee Earners, handling file opening, documentation, and post-completion administration while delivering excellent client service in a structured, process-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience within a conveyancing or legal support role
• Exposure to residential property transactions, ideally including new builds
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient with case management systems and legal IT software

Responsibilities

• Opening new client files and maintaining accurate records on the case management system
• Preparing initial correspondence, contract packs and supporting legal documentation
• Assisting with residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion
• Ordering searches, reviewing documentation and supporting the preparation of reports
• Handling exchanges, completions and post-completion administration
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, developers and third-party Solicitors
• Managing incoming and outgoing post, emails and telephone enquiries
• Providing general administrative support including billing, filing and archiving
• Ensuring transactions progress efficiently in line with internal procedures and service standards

Skills

Conveyancing exp

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Legal software

Job description

Conveyancing Assistant – Castleford

A well-established regional law firm is looking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant to join its busy Residential Property team in Castleford. This is a full-time, office-based opportunity suited to someone with at least 6 months’ experience supporting residential conveyancing transactions, ideally including new build property work.

You’ll be joining a collaborative and fast-paced team, providing hands-on support to Solicitors and Fee Earners managing a high-volume caseload of residential sales and purchases. This role would suit an organised and proactive legal support professional who enjoys delivering excellent client service and working in a structured, process-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Opening new client files and maintaining accurate records on the case management system
• Preparing initial correspondence, contract packs and supporting legal documentation
• Assisting with residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion
• Ordering searches, reviewing documentation and supporting the preparation of reports
• Handling exchanges, completions and post-completion administration
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, developers and third-party Solicitors
• Managing incoming and outgoing post, emails and telephone enquiries
• Providing general administrative support including billing, filing and archiving
• Ensuring transactions progress efficiently in line with internal procedures and service standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 6 months’ experience within a conveyancing or legal support role
• Previous exposure to residential property transactions, ideally including new build matters
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfortable using case management systems and legal IT software
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively in a busy environment
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Able to work independently while contributing positively within a team
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative

Why Join:

• Opportunity to join a respected regional law firm with a strong local reputation
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine long-term career development opportunities within residential property

Benefits Include:

• Tax-free profit-sharing scheme
• Up to 31 days’ annual leave
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Health cash plan
• Discounted public transport schemes
• Payroll giving options
• Referral bonus scheme
• Support with professional memberships
• Interest-free travel loan
• Free conveyancing and will-writing services after one year of service