Conveyancing Assistant - Prestwich

Confidential; Manchester, Salford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Permanent position

Varied caseload

Career development

Supportive team

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join its Prestwich team. You will support the residential conveyancing group, progressing transactions from instruction to completion and beyond, ensuring accurate files and timely updates to clients.

The role suits someone with prior residential conveyancing experience, keen attention to detail, and strong organisational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential conveyancing or legal support.
• Strong understanding of the residential conveyancing process.
• Experience handling sales, purchases and remortgages.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proactive in chasing outstanding information.
• Ability to work independently within a busy team.
• Good IT skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with progression of residential property transactions from instruction to completion.
• Open files and prepare client care documentation.
• Prepare contracts, transfer deeds and other conveyancing documents.
• Obtain property searches and assist with pre-contract enquiries.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and solicitors to keep transactions progressing.
• Monitor key dates and chase outstanding documentation.
• Assist with exchange and completion arrangements.
• Support post-completion work including Land Registry applications.
• Provide regular updates to clients and ensure a smooth process.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Client care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management systems

Job description

Conveyancing Assistant - Prestwich
Salary: Up to £28,000 DOE
Working Pattern: Full-Time, Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join a well-established law firm in Prestwich. This is an ideal opportunity for a Conveyancing Assistant or Residential Property Paralegal looking to develop their career within a supportive team, working alongside experienced property fee earners and assisting with a varied caseload of residential conveyancing transactions.

The firm has an established presence across Greater Manchester and provides a range of legal services to individuals and businesses. Its residential property team advises clients throughout the buying and selling process, with a strong emphasis on clear communication, efficient transaction management and excellent client care.

This position would suit someone who already has experience in residential conveyancing and is looking for a stable, long-term opportunity within an established property department.

The Role

You will provide essential support to the residential conveyancing team, assisting with the progression of property transactions from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with residential property sales and purchases.
• Supporting freehold and leasehold conveyancing transactions.
• Assisting with remortgages and transfers of equity.
• Opening files, preparing client care documentation and completing initial administrative tasks.
• Preparing contract packs, transfer deeds and other conveyancing documentation.
• Obtaining property searches and assisting with pre-contract enquiries.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other solicitors to keep transactions progressing.
• Monitoring key dates, maintaining accurate case records and chasing outstanding documentation.
• Assisting with exchange and completion arrangements.
• Supporting post-completion work, including Land Registry applications and related documentation.
• Providing regular updates to clients and helping to ensure a smooth and efficient transaction process.

You will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the department, helping fee earners manage their workloads and ensuring clients receive a professional and responsive service throughout their property transactions.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a residential conveyancing assistant, conveyancing paralegal or similar legal support role.
• A good understanding of the residential conveyancing process from instruction through to completion.
• Experience supporting property sales, purchases and remortgages.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal case management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• A proactive approach to chasing outstanding information and progressing transactions.
• A professional, approachable manner with a strong commitment to client care.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a busy team.

Benefits

• Salary of up to £28,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Opportunity to join an established residential property team.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to a varied caseload of residential property transactions.
• Opportunities to develop your conveyancing knowledge and progress your career.
• Additional benefits package.