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Conveyancing Paralegal

Victor Chase Legal Recruitment
Posted a month ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Northampton, Northamptonshire NN68AX, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Conveyancing Paralegal is available at a respected law firm in Northampton, offering a salary between £25,000 and £35,000.
  • The role is full-time and permanent, focusing on supporting the conveyancing team with residential property transactions.
  • Candidates are required to have previous experience in a conveyancing or property law setting, with strong organizational and communication skills.
  • The firm promotes a supportive environment with opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
  • Applications are encouraged from all candidates, as the firm values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Job Title: Conveyancing Paralegal

Location: Northampton

Salary: £25,000 - £35,000

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Firm

We are working with a respected law firm in Northampton known for delivering high-quality property legal services. With a strong focus on exceptional client care, the firm has built a stellar reputation within the local community and beyond. As the firm continues to grow, they are looking to recruit a Conveyancing Paralegal to join their busy and friendly conveyancing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in property law in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Conveyancing Paralegal, you will play an essential role in supporting the conveyancing team in managing residential property transactions. Your key duties will include:

- Assisting with the day-to-day management of conveyancing files, including sales, purchases, and remortgages.

- Handling new client instructions, conducting due diligence, and ensuring all compliance and regulatory standards are met.

- Acting as a main point of contact for clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other parties, providing updates and answering queries.

- Drafting legal correspondence and documents, including contracts, transfer deeds, Land Registry applications, and SDLT returns.

- Conducting essential property searches (local authority, Land Registry, environmental) and advising the conveyancer on findings.

- Overseeing post-completion tasks, such as title registration with HM Land Registry and processing Stamp Duty payments.

- Ensuring the conveyancing case management system is updated with accurate data and tracking all key milestones.

- Delivering exceptional client service through regular communication via phone and email.

- Supporting general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and managing correspondence.

Key Skills and Experience Required

- Previous experience in a conveyancing or property law setting is highly desirable.

- Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a busy environment.

- Keen attention to detail and accuracy when preparing legal documents and maintaining client files.

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence in liaising with clients and third parties.

- Experience using case management systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

- A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team.

- Knowledge of the conveyancing process and key property law principles (preferred but not essential for junior applicants).

Benefits of Joining the Firm

This role provides a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive firm in Northampton committed to supporting its staff. The firm offers a competitive package, including:

- A competitive salary based on experience.

- Generous holiday allowance, including bank holidays.

- A contributory pension scheme.

- Opportunities for ongoing training and career development within the conveyancing department.

- A friendly and inclusive working environment with a focus on work-life balance.

- Flexible working options, including the potential for hybrid working.

- Regular firm social events and wellbeing initiatives.

Diversity & Inclusion

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are welcomed from all candidates, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, sexual orientation, or background. The firm values diversity as a strength that enhances its ability to provide outstanding legal services.

Application Process

If you are an organised, proactive individual ready to build your career as a Conveyancing Paralegal in Northampton, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV for immediate consideration.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.