Job descriptionWe are seeking a diligent Conveyancing Paralegal to join our clients busy, client‑focused property team. The successful candidate will provide high‑quality paralegal and administrative support across a varied residential property caseload, contribute to excellent client care, ensure compliance with regulatory and firm procedures, and support efficient team workflows. This role provides experience across a range of conveyancing matters including purchases, sales, remortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold work, and offers hybrid working arrangements. Key responsibilities: * Provide paralegal and administrative support to fee earners, progressing residential property transactions from instruction through to completion and post‑completion tasks under supervision. * Conduct client identity checks and assist with anti‑money laundering (AML) compliance, ensuring audit‑ready documentation and accurate records are maintained in line with firm procedures. * Open and maintain electronic case files, record clear case notes, milestones and actions, and assist with file reviews to support smooth progression of matters. * Liaise professionally with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, surveyors, HM Land Registry, local authorities and other third parties to obtain documentation and chase outstanding items. * Prepare routine correspondence, client engagement letters, standard documentation and contract packs using firm precedents, checking for accuracy and completeness. * Prepare and check basic completion statements, process disbursement requests and client account transactions, and assist with billing and fee recovery activities in accordance with firm policies. * Respond to routine client and third‑party enquiries by telephone and email, escalating complex issues to fee earners promptly and keeping clients informed of progress. * Support continuous improvement by identifying administrative efficiencies, contributing to the update of precedents and assisting with the adoption of conveyancing technology and workflow tools. * Provide support to junior colleagues and assist with induction activities, sharing knowledge of firm procedures and best practice where required. Key skills and experience required: * Previous experience in an administrative or paralegal role within a conveyancing or residential property team, ideally in a law firm or conveyancing practice. * Good understanding of residential property processes and common transaction types (sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold matters). * Familiarity with AML and client identification requirements and experience maintaining accurate, audit‑ready case files. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail across multiple matters. * Confident and professional communicator with good interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise effectively with clients, colleagues and external contacts. How to apply: Please submit your CV and a covering statement outlining your relevant experience and eligibility to work in the UK. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. J-18808-Ljbffr