Residential Conveyancing Assistant – Darlington Growth

Eventus Recruitment Group; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days' annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday off

Health cash plan

Death-in-service benefit

Cycle-to-work scheme

Hybrid working after training

Job summary

Eventus Legal is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join a growing regional law firm opening a new office in Darlington, County Durham. The role is full-time and offers a salary between £25,000 and £30,000, with hybrid options after an initial training period.

The successful candidate will support a senior conveyancing team member on a varied residential property caseload, with a friendly team environment and clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a law firm or residential conveyancing environment is desirable.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident telephone manner and professional client care.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide conveyancing quotations and prepare client care documentation.
• Prepare and issue draft contract packs for freehold and leasehold transactions.
• Use HM Land Registry portal to obtain documentation and submit applications.
• Update lender systems, including Lender Exchange and LMS.
• Prepare and submit Stamp Duty Land Tax forms.
• Handle Help to Buy ISA information where required.
• Provide updates to clients, estate agents and mortgage advisers.
• Support post-exchange and post-completion work.
• Prepare files for completion and assist with registrations.
• Maintain accurate files and support the Conveyancing Solicitor in progression of matters.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Tools

LEAP case management system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Eventus Legal is seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join a growing regional law firm opening a new office in Darlington, County Durham. The role is full-time and offers a salary between £25,000 and £30,000, with hybrid options after an initial training period.

The successful candidate will support a senior conveyancing team member on a varied residential property caseload, with a friendly team environment and clear progression opportunities.