Residential Conveyancing Paralegal

Simpson Judge Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established multi-practice firm in Gloucestershire is seeking a Conveyancing Paralegal to join their residential conveyancing team. The role involves supporting solicitors with file management and gaining hands-on experience in the conveyancing process within a supportive environment that prioritizes staff development and career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank + birthday

Endless training and development opportunities

Hybrid flexible working

Free on-site parking or permits

Pension scheme

Cash plan benefits, including dental and counselling

Life assurance

Client referral bonus

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
• Ability to draft legal documents and manage client communication.
• Experience in conveyancing preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients and other parties to gather information.
• Prepare and draft conveyancing documents and reviews.
• Ensure compliance with UK property law and manage case files.

Skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proficiency in legal document preparation

IT skills

Education

Level 3 or Level 4 CILEx (Conveyancing)

Tools

Legal case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Conveyancing Paralegal
Locations: Gloucestershire, hybrid. On site parking or permits provided.
Hours: full time
Salary: £25K – £27K DOE + bonus.

OVERVIEW
A well-established multi-practice firm in Gloucestershire is seeking a paralegal to join their busy residential conveyancing team. You’ll support solicitors and fee earners with file management, gaining hands-on experience across the full conveyancing process. The firm is dedicated to staff development, offering strong training and clear career progression in a supportive, forward-thinking environment with high retention. Simpson Judge has successfully placed candidates here before, with great results!

RESPONSIBILITIES
You will join a team of other competent experienced paralegals providing hands on support to the fee earners and solicitors within conveyancing this will include;
* Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other parties to gather information and provide updates.
* Review and verify property titles and Land Registry documents.
* Prepare and draft conveyancing documents
* Instruct and review property searches
* Maintain accurate case files and manage deadlines.
* Support the completion process, including contract exchange and property transfer.
* Ensure compliance with UK property law and Solicitors Regulation Authority guidelines.
* Provide general administrative support and handle correspondence.
* Identify and report any issues or discrepancies to the supervising solicitor.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
* Level 3 or Level 4 CILEx (Conveyancing) is highly desirable but not essential.
* Must have the right to work in the UK
* At least two years’ experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, at least one of those within conveyancing or property.
* Ability to draft legal documents.
* Experience handling client communication and working with estate agents, lenders, and other third parties.
* Proficiency in case management and legal document preparation.
* Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under supervision to meet deadlines.
* IT skills, including legal case management software and Microsoft Office.
* Confident and proactive approach, with the ability to work well within a team.
* Willingness to learn, grow and develop within the team.

IN RETURN
* 25 days holiday + bank + birthday + potential to earn more based on performance and attendance.
* Endless training and development opportunities.
* Hybrid flexible working, option to work 2 days from home though office presence is encouraged for your own professional development
* Free on-site parking or permits provided
* Pension scheme
* Cash plan benefits, including dental and counselling.
* Life assurance
* Client referral bonus

Lots of staff events and days out!

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk