Overview
Role: Conveyancing Paralegal
Location: City Centre, Glasgow or Edinburgh
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Jones Whyte is proud to have been recognised as the Scottish Top Employer of the Year at The Herald and s1jobs Top Employer Awards 2025. This award reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive—one that values career development, wellbeing, inclusivity, innovation, and community impact. As a firm, were dedicated to fostering an environment where every team member feels supported, empowered, and part of something meaningful. As we expand, were looking for a talented Paralegal to play a pivotal role in our Conveyancing departments success. This is your chance to shine, contribute your expertise, and grow alongside a company thats invested in your development.
We also understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer hybrid working for this role. Youll have the flexibility to work both in the office and from home 2 days per week.
The Role
As a Conveyancing Paralegal, you will manage your own caseload of purchase, sale & title transfer transactions from the initial instruction to the final completion stage. You will work closely with the team to expedite cases efficiently, upholding the high client service standards. Additionally, you will liaise with our valued clients, understand their requirements, and manage all cases in line with service level agreements and industry best practice.
You will have dedicated 1-1 support with a Solicitor, with both being supported by a Legal Executive and an experienced team of Legal Assistants.
The role demands you to be proactive and client-focused with a positive attitude and flexible approach. You should be a strong team player capable of showcasing a deep understanding of Property Law.
As part of our team, you will not only play a key role in the success of our Conveyancing department but also gain opportunities to develop your skills and achieve your career ambitions, all while contributing to a thriving and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborating with the team to ensure the swift and efficient progression of all Conveyancing matters
* Managing cases comprehensively from instruction to completion
* Engaging with our valued clients to understand their needs and manage cases to SLAs & best practices
* Prioritising tasks and optimising work procedures for maximum efficiency
* Maintaining consistent and transparent communication with clients, colleagues, and external agencies delivering efficient and professional service
* Effectively utilising our case management system
Requirements
* At least 2 years residential Conveyancing experience
* Experience of a wide variety of property matters in Scotland
* Professional and confident phone manner with excellent client service skills
* Strong, clear and concise communication skills with the ability to maintain client contact throughout the process
* Sound analytical skills
* Strong attention to detail
* Excellent MS Office skills
Company Benefits & Perks
* Competitive Salary
* 23 days Holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays. Closing Over Christmas and New Year
* Holiday Loyalty Scheme: Earn an Additional 5 Days Holiday
* Buy and Sell Up to 3 Holiday Days Each Year
* Company Pension Scheme
* Company Bonus Scheme
* Industry-leading Maternity and Paternity Policies
* Company Referral Scheme
* Wellbeing Support
* Annual Company Day Out
* Birthday Early Finish
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