Conveyancing Assistant

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Health Cash plan (gym membership)

Discounted legal services

Income Protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking offsite

Hybrid working after 6 months

Job summary

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd is assisting a Chelmsford-based solicitors firm seeking an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join their conveyancing department. The role offers a busy, varied workload in residential property, with a traditional service approach.

You will prepare documents, manage a busy caseload, and handle searches, contracts and post‑completion tasks, while liaising with clients and professionals. Hybrid working is available after six months.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Conveyancing Assistant or Legal Assistant in Residential Property/Conveyancing team is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and conveyancing case management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
• Flexible, adaptable and positive attitude to work.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and typing legal documents and correspondence including bills of costs and completion statements.
• Assisting with the management of a busy caseload of residential conveyancing files (freehold and leasehold).
• Able to complete Local Authority, Chancel and other relevant pre‑exchange searches.
• Preparing contract packs and other legal documentation.
• Processing the conveyancing process in an efficient, accurate and timely manner.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors.
• Drafting legal correspondence and supporting documents.
• Handling post‑completion matters including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications.
• Providing general administrative support to fee earners.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Conveyancing case management

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Conveyancing Assistant

I’m working with a firm of solicitors based in Chelmsford, who pride themselves on providing a complete service to both business and private clients with a traditional approach. Due to continued growth, they have an opportunity for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join their conveyancing department. If you’re looking for a busy and varied role this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and typing legal documents and correspondence including bills of costs and completion statements
• Assisting with the management of a busy caseload of residential conveyancing files (freehold and leasehold)
• Able to complete Local Authority, Chancel and other relevant pre‑exchange searches
• Preparing contract packs and other legal documentation
• Processing the conveyancing process in an efficient, accurate and timely manner
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors
• Drafting legal correspondence and supporting documents
• Handling post‑completion matters including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications
• Providing general administrative support to fee earners

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Conveyancing Assistant or Legal Assistant in a Residential Property/Conveyancing Team is essential
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and conveyancing case management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven time management skills with the ability to think ahead, prioritise workload
• Flexible, adaptable and positive attitude to work

Company Benefits

• Life Assurance
• 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Health Cash plan which includes subsidised gym membership
• Discounted legal services
• Income Protection
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking offsite
• Hybrid working after 6 months

Apply Now.

If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, contact Julie Sheridan at JS Legal Recruitment Ltd, quoting reference JSL2346 or email now your cv or call for a confidential discussion.

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All successful applications will be responded to within 7 working days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.