Conveyancing Paralegal

A1 Personnel; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

London-based Conveyancing Paralegal position within a well-established law firm. You will manage your own residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to post-completion, delivering high-quality client service.

The role requires experience in freehold and leasehold matters, SDLT submissions, and Land Registry applications. You will draft contracts, liaise with clients and other parties, and work in a collaborative team in central London.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Conveyancing Paralegal within a residential or commercial property department.
• Proven ability to independently manage your own conveyancing caseload from instruction through to post-completion.
• Strong knowledge of the residential conveyancing process.
• Experience handling freehold and leasehold transactions.
• Knowledge of SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• A proactive, professional and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to post-completion.
• Handle freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, transfers of equity, remortgages.
• Take client instructions and open new files per compliance.
• Draft contracts and prepare legal documentation.
• Review title documentation and raise/respond to enquiries.
• Order and review property searches.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, brokers, developers and solicitors.
• Prepare exchange and completion documentation.
• Handle exchange of contracts and completions.
• Prepare and submit SDLT returns.
• Manage Land Registry applications and post-completion matters.
• Maintain accurate case records and provide regular client updates.

Job description

Job Title: Conveyancing Paralegal

Location: London

Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 (DOE)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing law firm in London for an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal to join its busy Residential Property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and capable conveyancing professional who is able to manage their own caseload independently from instruction through to post-completion while delivering an exceptional level of client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to post-completion with minimal supervision.
• Handling freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, transfers of equity and re-mortgages.
• Taking client instructions and opening new files in accordance with compliance procedures.
• Drafting contracts and preparing legal documentation.
• Reviewing title documentation and raising/responding to enquiries.
• Ordering and reviewing property searches.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, brokers, developers and solicitors throughout the transaction.
• Preparing exchange and completion documentation.
• Handling exchange of contracts and completions.
• Preparing and submitting SDLT returns.
• Managing Land Registry applications and dealing with post-completion matters.
• Maintaining accurate case records using the firm's case management system.
• Providing regular updates to clients and ensuring a high standard of client care throughout the transaction.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Conveyancing Paralegal within a residential or Commercial property department.
• Proven ability to independently manage your own conveyancing caseload from instruction through to post-completion.
• Strong knowledge of the residential conveyancing process.
• Experience handling freehold and leasehold transactions.
• Knowledge of SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• A proactive, professional and client-focused approach.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with high-volume residential conveyancing matters.
• Familiarity with lender requirements and panel processes.
• Experience using digital conveyancing platforms.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to manage your own caseload with autonomy.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Modern offices in a convenient London location.