Conveyancing Paralegal

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Cardiff is seeking a Property Legal Assistant to join its growing conveyancing team. This role offers hands-on experience with residential property transactions, supporting solicitors in various tasks while providing opportunities for career development and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience in residential property.
• Experience with case management systems and legal databases.

Responsibilities

• Opening and managing client files.
• Liaising with clients, lenders, and third parties.
• Preparing completion packs and handling SDLT/LTT submissions.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication

Client care skills

Proactive approach

Ability to multitask

Tools

Case management systems

Legal databases

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Location: Cardiff (Office-based, with potential flexibility)

A well-established and respected law firm is seeking a Property Legal Assistant to join its busy and growing conveyancing team. This role offers hands-on experience in residential property transactions and the opportunity to develop within a supportive environment. For the right candidate, this firm are happy to support development with a Training Contract.

What you will be doing as a Property Legal Assistant

As a key member of the property team, you will provide essential support to solicitors and play a crucial role in managing transactions from start to finish. Your responsibilities will include:

• Opening and managing client files
• Liaising with clients, lenders, and third parties
• Ordering and reviewing property searches
• Updating case management and lender systems (Lender Exchange, LMS)
• Preparing completion packs for the accounts team
• Handling SDLT/LTT submissions and Land Registry applications
• Assisting with registration processes
• Ensuring a seamless and efficient client experience

The experience you will have as a Property Legal Assistant:

Minimum 12 months' experience in residential property.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Experience with case management systems and legal databases
• A proactive, hands-on approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

The Team & Environment:

You will be joining a friendly and dynamic team of six professionals (three lawyers, three assistants) in a collaborative and supportive setting. The office is easily accessible, with free parking nearby.

Interview Process:

One-stage interview (office-based)
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career in residential property law within a firm that values professional growth and development.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply today!

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.