Mallory Pryce is a specialist recruitment consultancy for the UK property and legal sectors. With over 15 years of experience, we connect law firms and conveyancing practices with the talent they need to grow. We focus on quality over volume, matching candidate aspirations with business goals.
We are seeking a Conveyancing Paralegal to join our client's busy, client-focused property team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive paralegal support across a varied residential property caseload, deliver excellent client care, ensure compliance with regulatory and firm procedures, and contribute to efficient team workflows.
This role offers exposure to a wide range of conveyancing matters including purchases, sales, remortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold work, and provides hybrid working arrangements.
Key responsibilities:
* Progress residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion, working under the supervision of fee earners and ensuring timely progression and clear communication with clients and third parties.
* Carry out client identity checks and support anti‑money laundering (AML) compliance, maintaining robust audit trails and accurate, audit‑ready case files in line with firm procedures.
* Open and maintain electronic case files, recording clear case notes, milestones and actions to support fee earners and enable effective file reviews.
* Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, surveyors, HM Land Registry, local authorities and other third parties to obtain documentation, chase outstanding items and manage expectations professionally.
* Prepare routine correspondence, client engagement letters, contract packs and standard documentation using firm precedents, checking for accuracy and completeness.
* Prepare and check basic completion statements, manage disbursement requests and client account transactions, and assist with billing and fee recovery processes 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 and procedural efficiencies, contributing to precedent updates and assisting with the adoption of conveyancing technology and workflow tools.
* Provide support and mentoring to more junior colleagues where required, sharing knowledge of procedures and assisting with induction and training activities.
Key skills and experience required:
* Previous experience in a conveyancing or residential property paralegal/assistant role within a law firm or conveyancing practice, handling common transaction types (sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold matters).
* Good understanding of residential property processes including HM Land Registry procedures, SDLT returns and leasehold documentation.
* Familiarity with AML and client identification requirements and demonstrable experience maintaining audit‑ready files and compliance documentation.
* 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 excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise effectively with clients, colleagues and external contacts.
* Proactive, reliable and solutions‑focused with a willingness to develop technical knowledge, embrace new systems and support team improvements.
Benefits and working arrangements:
* Hybrid working model with a mix of office and remote working as agreed with the team.
* Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
* Access to training and development to support career progression within the property team.
* Supportive, client‑focused environment that values continuous improvement and collaborative working.
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.