Conveyancing Assistant

Thblegal; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

THB Legal seeks an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join our Commercial Property team in Chelmsford, Essex. The successful candidate will support solicitors and clients through instruction to completion, handling a varied caseload with professionalism and efficiency.

We require a minimum of four years’ residential conveyancing experience, strong organisational skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with clients and professionals.

Qualifications

• At least four years’ experience in residential conveyancing.
• Strong understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to completion.
• Excellent client service and professional communication, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
• Support solicitors with sales, purchases, remortgages and auctions.
• Deal with clients, estate agents, lenders and other third parties.
• Prepare and review correspondence and legal documentation.
• Obtain and review searches and property information.
• Assist with exchange and completion processes.
• Manage post-completion requirements.
• Keep case management systems and files accurately updated.
• Monitor key dates and deadlines.
• Provide excellent client service and keep clients informed.
• Work collaboratively with the wider Property team.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Client communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Tools

LEAP

Case management system

Job description

Conveyancing Assistant - Chelmsford, Essex

We are looking for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join our busy and friendly Commercial Property team.

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Hours: Full-time

Experience: 4+ years’ conveyancing experience

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least four years’ experience in residential conveyancing who is confident managing a varied caseload and providing high-quality support to solicitors and clients.

You will play an important role within the team, assisting with matters from instruction through to completion and ensuring that clients receive a professional, efficient and friendly service throughout.

Key responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
• Supporting solicitors with sales, purchases, remortgages and auctions.
• Dealing with clients, estate agents, lenders and other third parties.
• Preparing and reviewing correspondence and legal documentation.
• Obtaining and reviewing searches and property information.
• Assisting with exchange and completion processes.
• Managing post-completion requirements.
• Keeping case management systems and files accurately updated.
• Monitoring key dates and deadlines.
• Providing excellent client service and keeping clients informed throughout their matter.
• Working collaboratively with the wider Property team to ensure matters progress efficiently.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has at least four years’ experience working within residential conveyancing.
• Has a good understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to completion.
• Is confident dealing directly with clients and other professionals.
• Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Has excellent attention to detail.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Is proactive and able to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Takes pride in delivering a high level of client service.
• Has experience using a legal case management system; experience with LEAP would be advantageous.

Why join THB Legal?

At THB Legal, we pride ourselves on providing a professional, personal and client-focused service. We are a growing firm with a strong presence across Essex and Suffolk, and we value the contribution of every member of our team.

You will join an established Commercial Property team and have the opportunity to work within a supportive environment where your experience and contribution are valued.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, together with opportunities for ongoing development.

If you are an experienced Conveyancing Assistant looking for your next opportunity, we would be delighted to hear from you.