Conveyancing Assistant / Paralegal

BMC Recruitment Group Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Early finish Fridays 4:00pm

Friendly, supportive environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

BMC Recruitment Group Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic Conveyancing Assistant to join a busy property team in Middlesbrough. You’ll support Conveyancers and Solicitors from instruction to completion in a modern office environment.

Ideal candidates have prior experience in legal or conveyancing, strong organisation, and good communication. You will handle files, compliance checks, and correspond with clients and solicitors as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal, property or conveyancing environment is preferred.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail are essential.
• Good communication and client-care skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to Conveyancers and Solicitors.
• Opening new client files and carrying out compliance checks.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other solicitors.
• Preparing legal documents and correspondence.
• Requesting and reviewing searches and other conveyancing documentation.
• Managing diaries, appointments and key transaction deadlines.
• Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Assisting with exchange and completion processes.
• Handling telephone and email enquiries in a professional and efficient manner.
• Supporting the wider property team with general administrative duties.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Client care

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Time management

Proactive attitude

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

My client is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Conveyancing Assistant to join their busy and friendly property team based in modern offices in the centre of Middlesbrough. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career within residential conveyancing and become part of a supportive, professional environment.

Working closely with experienced Conveyancers and Solicitors, you will play a key role in ensuring property transactions progress smoothly from instruction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to Conveyancers and Solicitors.


• Opening new client files and carrying out compliance checks.


• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other solicitors.


• Preparing legal documents and correspondence.


• Requesting and reviewing searches and other conveyancing documentation.


• Managing diaries, appointments and key transaction deadlines.


• Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate records.


• Assisting with exchange and completion processes.


• Handling telephone and email enquiries in a professional and efficient manner.


• Supporting the wider property team with general administrative duties.

The Ideal Candidate

• Have previous experience, ideally within a legal, property or conveyancing environment.


• Possess excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.


• Demonstrate strong communication and client care skills.


• Be confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems.


• Be able to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks effectively.


• Have a proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn.


• Be a team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment.

Why This Role is Attractive

• Modern offices located in the heart of Middlesbrough.


• Free on-site parking.


• Friendly, supportive and welcoming working environment.


• Early finish every Friday at 4:00pm.


• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing firm.


• Ongoing training and development.


• Exposure to a wide range of residential property matters.


• Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience.

My client is committed to supporting career development and offers a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to establish themselves within a successful and growing conveyancing team.