Residential Conveyancing Paralegal

Polkadotfrog; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Sheffield is looking for a proactive individual to assist with residential property transactions. You will provide client support, ensuring smooth progress and high service standards. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a similar role and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits include a hybrid work policy, career progression opportunities, and additional perks.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Career progression pathways

Flexible working policy

Enhanced holiday after 5 years

Employee Assistance Program

Office Yoga sessions

Fruit deliveries

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar conveyancing role.
• Good knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures is essential.
• Ability to facilitate the exchange of contracts and prepare financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners in managing residential property transactions.
• Respond to client enquiries and provide updates.
• Maintain high standards of service and communication.

Skills

Client care

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to assist and support fee earners in managing a diverse caseload of residential property transactions. This role involves direct client interaction, including responding to enquiries, providing timely updates, and taking clear, accurate instructions. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth progression of matters, maintaining high standards of service and communication throughout.

Why you should apply

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive, high-performing team within a well-established law firm that has been serving clients for over 200 years. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a wide range of complex and varied residential property transactions, working alongside experienced professionals who are committed to supporting your growth.

• Comprehensive training and ongoing development to help you build expertise and confidence
• Clear career progression pathways, with opportunities to advance within the firm
• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your contributions are valued
• Hybrid working policy 60% office 40% home
• Enhanced holiday after 5 years service
• Holiday buy back 3 days per year
• 4% pension rising to 6% after 3 years service
• Death in service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fruit deliveries, office Yoga sessions, breakfast club

What we’re looking for

• A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar conveyancing role
• A good knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures is essential
• Exemplary client care and communication skills
• The ability to facilitate the exchange of contracts and prepare financial statements, SDLT submissions as well as certificates for title for advance funds
• Excellent time management, attention to detail, and organisation skills

We are dedicated to ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction. We value inclusivity and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments, whether for accessibility or information in an alternative format. Our specialist consultants bring expertise, passion, and dedication to delivering a professional, personalised, and high-quality service. Our mission is to create positive relationships with all our clients and job seekers, and to be known for honesty, being upfront and thoughtful to those hiring and those looking for a new job.