Conveyancing Legal Assistant

Talent Finder; Spalding; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Spalding seeks an experienced Conveyancing Legal Assistant to join their friendly team. The role requires expertise in handling residential conveyancing, with a focus on sales and purchases. Responsibilities include managing client files, conducting identity checks, and preparing legal documentation. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience in a similar role, strong IT skills, and excellent organizational abilities. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Employee discounts

Supportive team environment

Established law firm experience

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in Residential Conveyancing, handling sales and purchases.
• Experience of the full conveyancing process.
• Ability to manage a busy workload with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Opening, updating, and closing matter files using LEAP.
• Carrying out identity and AML checks when opening files.
• Preparing contract packs and conducting searches.

Skills

Residential Conveyancing experience

Excellent organisational skills

Strong IT skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Tools

LEAP

Land Registry portal

HMRC portal

Job description

Conveyancing Legal Assistant | Spalding | Full Time | £23,000–£28,000 per annum

Are you an experienced legal support professional looking for your next challenge?

Our client is a well‑established and friendly law firm with offices in Spalding and Holbeach, offering a wide range of services—from residential and commercial property to wills, probate, family, and business law—serving clients across South Lincolnshire and North Cambridgeshire.

Join a team where your skills are valued, and every day brings variety and the chance to make a real difference to clients.

What’s in it for you?

• Generous holiday allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discounts
• Friendly, supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work in an established high‑street law firm

Are you the right person for the job?

• Ideally, you will have 3+ years’ experience working in a Residential Conveyancing Department, handling both sales and purchases
• Experience of the full conveyancing process
• Familiarity with the Land Registry portal, HMRC portal, LMS, or Lender Exchange is beneficial
• Experience using a case management system (LEAP preferred)
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a busy workload
• Strong IT skills and ability to quickly learn new systems
• Has a can‑do attitude and strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accurate audio typing
• Experience with diary management and liaising with clients
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

What will your role look like?

• Opening, updating, and closing matter files, recording client data using LEAP
• Taking initial enquiries and passing details to fee earners
• Carrying out identity and AML checks when opening files
• Preparing contract packs and carrying out searchesOrdering redemption statements and organising completions
• Preparing bills and financial documentation
• Post‑completion work, including Stamp Duty Land Tax returns, Land Registry applications, deeds schedules, etc.
• Acting as a point of contact for internal and external callers, taking messages and relaying them promptly
• Updating clients and agents throughout the process
• Carrying out general office duties such as copying, printing, and scanning

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