Conveyancing Paralegal

search; Old Baldragon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern legal firm in Dundee is seeking a Paralegal to manage residential conveyancing files, communicate with clients, and ensure legal compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in Scottish conveyancing procedures and strong organizational skills. This role offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

35 hours working week

34 days annual leave

Fully funded team building and social events

Progression opportunities

Support from experienced secretaries

Qualifications

• Experience in residential conveyancing is essential.
• Familiarity with Scottish conveyancing procedures and terminology is required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage your caseload.

Responsibilities

• Open, manage, and close residential conveyancing files.
• Liaise directly with clients providing updates and responding to queries.
• Draft and review contracts, transfer deeds, and other legal documents.
• Ensure all conveyancing activities adhere to Scots Law and regulations.
• Conduct property searches and prepare Land Registry forms.
• Communicate with solicitors, estate agents, and other third parties.
• Use conveyancing software and Microsoft Office for record-keeping.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Scottish conveyancing procedures

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Independence

Case management systems

General IT tools

Job description

Search are recruiting for a Paralegal to join a modern legal firm in the heart of Dundee.

You'"ll join a large and successful team of fee earners, paralegals, and secretaries who work in a collaborative way to provide the very best service to their clients.

Benefits

• 35hrs working week, work life balance is not a myth here!
• 34 days annul leave which increases with length of service
• Fully funded team building and social events
• Progression opportunities
• Receive full support from highly experienced secretaries

Duties and Responsibilities

• File Management: Open, manage, and close residential conveyancing files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant
• Client Communication: Liaise directly with clients, providing updates and responding to queries throughout the transaction
• Document Preparation: Draft and review contracts, transfer deeds, missives, and other legal documents
• Legal Compliance: Ensure all conveyancing activities adhere to Scots Law and regulatory requirements
• Searches & Registrations: Conduct property searches, prepare Land Registry forms, and handle post-completion tasks including registration of deeds
• Stakeholder Liaison: Communicate with solicitors, estate agents, mortgage brokers, and other third parties
• Case Management Systems: Use conveyancing software and Microsoft Office to maintain accurate records and correspondence

Skills & Experience

• Experience in residential conveyancing is essential
• Familiarity with Scottish conveyancing procedures and terminology
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and manage your caseload
• Proficiency in case management systems and general IT tools

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.