Conveyancing Assistant — Detail‑Oriented Legal Admin

Elite Personnel Ltd; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Near public transport

Pension

Free tea and coffee

Job summary

Elite Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a client for a Conveyancing/Legal Administration Assistant role in the UK. You will handle client ID checks, prepare engagement documents and draft basic property sale contracts, supporting the busy property team.

The role requires excellent organisation, attention to detail and a professional telephone manner. Proactive, flexible and team-focused attitude are essential as you manage priorities and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in conveyancing or legal administration.
• Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Opening new files and completing client ID and compliance checks.
• Preparing client care and engagement documentation.
• Drafting basic property sale contracts.
• Obtaining Land Registry documents and official copies.
• Ordering property searches.
• Preparing and amending legal documents.
• Using Microsoft Word, including tracked changes.
• Preparing completion statements.
• Carrying out priority searches.
• Assisting with Stamp Duty Land Tax returns.
• Preparing Land Registry applications, including AP1 forms.
• Producing professional emails, letters and documentation.
• Keeping client and matter systems fully updated.
• Arranging appointments and client meetings.
• Speaking with clients and providing updates throughout their transaction.
• Taking accurate messages and producing file notes.
• Supporting the wider property team when required.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Legal administration

Organisation & attention to detail

Microsoft Office/Word

Telephone professionalism

Prioritisation & deadlines

Job description

Elite Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a client for a Conveyancing/Legal Administration Assistant role in the UK. You will handle client ID checks, prepare engagement documents and draft basic property sale contracts, supporting the busy property team.

The role requires excellent organisation, attention to detail and a professional telephone manner. Proactive, flexible and team-focused attitude are essential as you manage priorities and deadlines.