Conveyancing Paralegal

Conveyancing Paralegal - Manchester

A highly reputable and established law firm is looking for an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal to join its busy and successful Property department based just south of Manchester City Centre.

This is a non-fee-earning position, supporting a team of experienced Conveyancers with all aspects of their caseloads from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion.

Salary - £25,000 - £28,000 DOE

Benefits

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• High-quality Residential Property work
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Regular work and social events
• Long-term progression opportunities
• Exposure to Commercial Property work

The Role

• Assist a team of Conveyancers with their Residential Property caseloads from initial instruction through to post-completion
• Open new files, complete initial client onboarding and prepare relevant documentation
• Support with Freehold and Leasehold Sales and Purchases, Remortgages and Transfers of Equity
• Prepare and issue contract documentation
• Assist with searches, enquiries and general transaction progression
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors throughout the transaction
• Assist with exchange and completion preparations
• Handle a range of post-completion duties, including SDLT and Land Registry matters
• Maintain accurate files and ensure matters progress efficiently

The Candidate

• A minimum of 6 months' experience within Residential Conveyancing
• Previous experience working as a Conveyancing Assistant or Conveyancing Paralegal
• A good understanding of the conveyancing process from opening a file through to completion and post-completion
• Exposure to Freehold, Leasehold, Sales and Purchase transactions
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicating with clients and third parties
• Comfortable working in a support-focused, non-fee-earning role
• Ability to commute to an office just south of Manchester City Centre

How to get in touch For a discussion in confidence about the above position or about general opportunities in the market, please get in touch with Nathaniel Jones, Head of Legal Recruitment at SJC Legal.