NEW ROLE | Trainee Conveyancing Fee Earner | Blackburn |
My client based in Blackburn are a forward-thinking law firm committed to developing talent and delivering high-quality legal services. As part of our continued growth, they are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Conveyancing Assistant who is ready to take the next step toward becoming a Fee Earner within our busy and supportive conveyancing team.
Role Overview
This role is perfect for an experienced conveyancing assistant who is confident managing the day-to-day administrative aspects of property transactions and is now looking to build on their skills to begin handling their own caseload. You’ll work closely with senior conveyancers and be supported in your development toward a fee-earning position.
Key Responsibilities
1. Assist with managing conveyancing files from instruction to post-completion
2. Prepare key legal documents such as contract packs, transfer deeds, and completion statements
3. Assist in the progression of matters through to exchange and completion
4. Check returned documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy
5. Order and review property searches and assist in raising pre-contract enquiries
6. Maintain detailed and accurate file notes using case management software
7. Communicate effectively and professionally with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties
8. Support the wider conveyancing team in managing multiple active files
Person Specification
Essential
9. Experience working as a conveyancing assistant in a busy legal practice
10. Strong understanding of the conveyancing process and documentation
11. Excellent attention to detail, particularly when reviewing returned forms and legal paperwork
12. Confident communicator, both written and verbal, with clients and third parties
13. Able to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities
14. Familiarity with legal case management software (eg ProClaim or similar)
Desirable
15. Ambition to progress into a fee-earning role
16. Knowledge of residential property law and standard conveyancing procedures
17. Experience with post-completion tasks such as SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications
18. Willingness to undertake further training or qualifications in conveyancing
What You’ll Get in Return:
Competitive salary package
Financial and holiday bonuses
2 days per month working from home
Free on-site parking
Supportive team and open-plan office culture
Regular company events
Continuous professional development through our in-house training programme
If you’re ready to take the next step in your conveyancing career with a firm that values quality, care, and growth — we’d love to hear from you.