Job Overview
A long-established, reputable law firm based in Saddleworth is looking to recruit an experienced Conveyancing Assistant / Fee Earner to join its growing Property Department.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and organised individual to join a close-knit, supportive team handling a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post‑completion. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring a smooth and efficient conveyancing process, providing high‑quality client care and administrative support to fee earners and clients alike.
The firm has built a strong reputation locally for providing a personal, client‑focused service and prides itself on maintaining long‑standing client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist fee earners with the day‑to‑day management of residential conveyancing transactions, including sales, purchases, transfers of equity, remortgages and new build matters.
* Handle files from instruction through to completion and post‑completion, under supervision, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and within deadlines.
* Draft and prepare legal documents, including contracts, transfer deeds, completion statements, and correspondence.
* Open and set up new files, ensuring all client information, documentation, and compliance checks (including ID verification and AML) are completed.
* Order and review property searches, title documents and relevant enquiries, flagging issues to the fee earner where necessary.
* Liaise professionally with clients, estate agents, lenders, brokers and solicitors, keeping all parties informed throughout the transaction.
* Prepare and issue exchange and completion documentation, ensuring all funds, undertakings and file notes are accurately recorded.
* Manage post‑completion tasks, including SDLT submissions, Land Registry applications and resolution of any requisitions raised.
* Maintain accurate records and update case management systems throughout the life of the transaction.
* Ensure all GDPR and SRA compliance standards are met and that client confidentiality is maintained at all times.
* Handle general administrative duties such as scanning, filing and managing correspondence to support the smooth running of the department.
* Provide excellent client care, maintaining regular contact and ensuring clients feel informed and supported during every stage of their property transaction.
About You
* Previous experience as a Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Secretary or Paralegal within a property department.
* Strong understanding of the residential conveyancing process, including pre‑ and post‑completion procedures.
* Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
* Confident communicator with a professional and approachable manner when dealing with clients and third parties.
* Proficient in using Microsoft Office and case management systems (experience with systems such as Proclaim, LEAP or similar advantageous).
* Strong administrative and time management skills, with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
* Ability to work independently under supervision as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
* Full‑time, office‑based role within a friendly and supportive environment.
* Clear career progression opportunities and ongoing professional development.
* Exposure to high‑quality conveyancing work within a well‑established firm.
* Pension contribution and local parking available.
Employment type
Full‑time
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Job function
Legal
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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