Conveyancing Paralegal

Perfect Hire Global Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Knaphill, Surrey, is seeking a motivated Residential Conveyancing Paralegal. You will assist fee earners in a range of residential property transactions, making use of your strong organisational and communication skills. The firm offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for training and career development

Free on-site parking

Modern office facilities

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience working in a residential conveyancing department.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and professional approach with an interest in property law.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners with all aspects of residential conveyancing.
• Prepare and draft legal documents and correspondence.
• Conduct searches, review results, and prepare reports.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders, and solicitors.
• Open and close files ensuring compliance.
• Manage post-completion work including SDLT submissions.

Skills

Legal drafting

Proofreading

Google Docs

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Case management

Legal research

Paralegal filing

Writing skills

Tools

Conveyancing case management software

Job description

Residential Conveyancing Paralegal

Location: Knaphill, Surrey

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent

About the Client

Our client is a well‑established reputable law firm based in Knaphill, Surrey with a strong reputation in property law and conveyancing. They pride themselves on offering an approachable high‑quality service to their loyal client base. As the firm continues to grow they are now seeking a capable Paralegal with residential conveyancing experience to join their friendly team.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail‑oriented paralegal to develop their conveyancing career within a supportive and professional environment. You'll assist fee earners with a busy caseload of residential property transactions providing essential administrative and legal support from instruction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with all aspects of residential conveyancing including sales, purchases, re‑mortgages and transfers of equity.
• Preparing and drafting legal documents, correspondence and completion statements.
• Conducting searches, reviewing results and preparing reports.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors to progress matters efficiently.
• Opening and closing files ensuring compliance with firm and regulatory procedures.
• Managing post‑completion work including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications.
• Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date records using the firm’s case management system.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience working in a residential conveyancing department (essential).
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive and professional approach with a genuine interest in property law.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience using conveyancing case management software (desirable).

Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for training and career development, potential to progress into a fee‑earning role.
• Free on‑site parking and modern office facilities.
• Full‑time office‑based role in the heart of Knaphill.

Required Skills

• Legal drafting, proofreading, Google Docs, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, case management, legal research, research experience, paralegal filing, writing skills.