Legal Assistant - Conveyancing

Sterling Cross Ltd; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Legal Assistant to join their friendly residential property team in Twickenham. This full-time office role requires at least 12 months of residential conveyancing experience. Responsibilities include supporting Fee Earners, managing conveyancing files from instruction to post-completion, and ensuring excellent client service. The position offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and career development opportunities within a stable working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Ongoing career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's experience in residential conveyancing.
• Confident supporting Fee Earners with end-to-end file progression.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Fee Earners with day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files.
• Opening new files and issuing initial client care documentation.
• Acting as a point of contact for clients, handling queries professionally.

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Client-focused attitude

Basic case management knowledge

Job description

Twickenham | Full Time | Office Based

A well-established law firm based in Twickenham is looking to recruit an experienced Conveyancing Legal Assistant to join their busy and friendly residential property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least 12 months' residential conveyancing experience who is looking for a stable, long-term role within a supportive and professional environment.

The Role

Working closely with experienced Fee Earners, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth progression of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion. This is a permanent, full-time, office-based position.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm (Office Based)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Supporting Fee Earners with day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files
• Opening new files and issuing initial client care documentation
• Verifying client identification in line with AML requirements
• Using case management and ledger systems accurately
• Acting as a point of contact for clients, handling queries professionally by phone and in person
• Preparing contract documentation and raising pre-contract enquiries
• Ordering searches and assisting through to exchange and completion
• Post-completion tasks and file closure/archiving
• Ensuring all telephone calls are returned promptly and within agreed timeframes
• Maintaining excellent file management and compliance with internal procedures
• Delivering consistently high levels of client and introducer service

About You

• Minimum 1 year's experience in residential conveyancing
• Confident supporting Fee Earners with end-to-end file progression
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Professional, client-focused and able to manage a busy workload
• Comfortable working with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary , dependent on experience
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing career development opportunities
• A stable, office-based role within a respected legal practice

If you're an experienced Conveyancing Legal Assistant looking for your next step in Twickenham, we'd love to hear from you.