Experience Required
Minimum 1-2 years’ residential conveyancing experience within a law firm
Location
Amersham, Leighton Buzzard, Guildford, Surbiton or Milton Keynes
Salary
£26,000+ per annum, depending on experience
Working Pattern
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm with a one-hour lunch break.
This is an office-based position and occasional travel to other offices may be required when needed.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Property Team Support Paralegal to join our growing Residential Conveyancing Team.
This is a unique role designed to provide flexible support across multiple Conveyancers, Fee Earners and Property Teams throughout the firm. Rather than being assigned to a single Fee Earner, you will act as a floating resource, assisting different teams and offices as business needs require. This may include providing support during busy periods, annual leave, sickness absence, recruitment gaps, periods of growth, or where additional conveyancing support is needed across the department.
Working closely with Conveyancers and Fee Earners, you will assist with the progression of residential property transactions from instruction through to completion and post-completion. You will be involved in a wide range of conveyancing matters, ensuring files are progressed efficiently while maintaining exceptional standards of client care, organisation, accuracy and compliance.
The successful candidate will be confident in adapting to different teams, systems and ways of working, and able to quickly build positive working relationships with colleagues across the business. This role would suit someone who enjoys variety in their work, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes a proactive approach to supporting others.
The position can be based in our Amersham, Leighton Buzzard, Guildford, Surbiton or Milton Keynes office, with support being provided across all locations as required. While occasional travel between offices may be necessary, most support can be delivered remotely through our case management systems, telephone and video conferencing technology.
This is an excellent opportunity for a conveyancing paralegal looking to broaden their experience by working with multiple teams and a variety of residential property matters while playing a key role in supporting the overall success of the Property Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing conveyancing support to multiple Fee Earners and teams across the firm as required.
- Opening new files and carrying out file administration in accordance with firm procedures, policies and compliance requirements.
- Assisting with the day-to-day management and progression of residential conveyancing matters.
- Preparing correspondence, legal documents, forms and completion paperwork.
- Dealing with enquiries raised by buyers’ solicitors and preparing appropriate responses.
- Progressing matters following exchange and completion, including liaising with clients, lenders, estate agents, Fee Earners and the Accounts Team.
- Assisting with Land Registry applications, post-completion registrations and Companies House submissions where required.
- Managing diaries, arranging appointments and supporting Fee Earners with workload management.
- Providing a professional and responsive service to clients by telephone, email and in person.
- Undertaking legal research as directed.
- Maintaining accurate records and updating case management systems.
- Providing cover for colleagues across the Conveyancing Team when required.
- Supporting and assisting junior members of staff where appropriate.
- Handling general administrative duties, incoming calls and enquiries.
- Maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with all regulatory, professional and firm requirements.
- Undertaking training and development activities as required.
- Supporting the wider business and carrying out any other duties appropriate to the role.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum 1-2 years’ residential conveyancing experience within a law firm.
- Previous experience working as a Conveyancing Paralegal or Legal Assistant supporting residential property transactions.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively to deadlines.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated and able to use initiative.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong client care and customer service skills.
- Fully computer literate and confident using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
- Professional, reliable and adaptable approach to work.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable
- Law degree, LPC, SQE, CILEX qualification or equivalent legal studies.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and covering letter to hrdept@elitelawsolicitors.co.uk
