Conveyancing Assistant

Mallory Pryce; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking an organized conveyancing assistant in Maidenhead. This full-time position involves assisting solicitors with residential property transactions, drafting documents, and ensuring compliance with legal protocols. Candidates should have experience in similar roles, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude. Join a collaborative team dedicated to high client care and professional development in property law.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a conveyancing assistant is essential.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage competing priorities.
• Strong writing and speaking skills for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist conveyancers and solicitors with residential property transactions.
• Draft routine correspondence and prepare legal documents.
• Ensure compliance with SRA, AML, GDPR, and firm protocols.
• Respond to client enquiries with professionalism and empathy.

Skills

Organisational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

IT proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

Mallory Pryce is a specialist recruitment consultancy for the UK property and legal sectors. With over 15 years of experience, we connect law firms and conveyancing practices with the talent they need to grow. We focus on quality over volume, matching candidate aspirations with business goals.

Our client is looking for an organised and proactive conveyancing assistantto join their team.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about developing their career in property law, values excellent client care, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

This is a permanent, full-time position with opportunities for ongoing development.

Key Responsibilities in Conveyancing Support and Client Service

• Assist conveyancers and solicitors with all aspects of residential property transactions including sales, purchases, transfers of equity, and remortgages.
• Draft routine correspondence, prepare standard legal documents, and update case files accurately and efficiently.
• Liaise professionally with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors, ensuring clear and timely communication at every stage of the conveyancing process.
• Undertake legal administrative duties including data entry, managing incoming and outgoing post, file opening and closing, and archiving.
• Conduct basic property searches and assist with the review and preparation of property reports as directed by fee earners.
• Support the team in maintaining compliance with SRA, AML, GDPR, and firm protocols.
• Respond to client enquiries with empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering a high standard of service.
• Work collaboratively to ensure cases progress smoothly and within agreed timescales.
• Participate positively in team meetings, training, and the ongoing improvement of conveyancing processes.

Essential Skills and Experience for Conveyancing Assistants

• Previous experience in a conveyancing assistant role is essential.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to communicate professionally and empathetically with clients and colleagues.
• Keen attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records and high standards of quality.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a supportive team.
• IT literate, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications; experience with case management systems is beneficial.
• Friendly, approachable manner with a genuine interest in building a lasting career in conveyancing.