Join a Growing and Ambitious Law Firm
At Elite Law Solicitors, we are a modern, award-winning and rapidly growing law firm who pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal services while creating a supportive, collaborative and rewarding environment for our people.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Conveyancing Paralegal to join our busy Residential Conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who already has experience in residential property matters and is looking to develop their legal career within a firm that genuinely invests in its people.
The successful candidate must have a minimum of two years' conveyancing experience and be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and a client-focused approach.
About the Role
Working alongside experienced Conveyancers and Fee Earners, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth progression of residential property transactions from instruction through to completion and post-completion. You will be trusted to manage a variety of administrative and legal support tasks while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, client care and compliance.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in delivering excellent service and thrives as part of a supportive team.
This role is based on 35 hours per week, worked Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting Fee Earners with the day-to-day management of residential conveyancing files.
- Opening new files and carrying out file administration in accordance with firm procedures and compliance requirements.
- Drafting correspondence and preparing legal documents and forms.
- Dealing with enquiries raised by buyers' solicitors and preparing appropriate responses.
- Progressing matters following exchange and completion, including liaising with fee earners, clients, lenders, agents and the Accounts Team.
- Preparing completion statements and supporting completion arrangements.
- Assisting with post-completion formalities, including Land Registry applications and Companies House submissions where required.
- Managing diaries, arranging meetings and appointments and supporting fee earners with workload planning.
- Speaking with clients by telephone, email and in person, ensuring a professional, friendly and responsive service at all times.
- Preparing outgoing post and documentation for dispatch.
- Undertaking legal research as directed.
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring case management systems are updated.
- Supporting colleagues across the Conveyancing Team and providing cover when required.
- Assisting and mentoring junior members of staff where appropriate.
- Handling general administrative duties and incoming enquiries.
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory, professional and internal requirements.
- Undertaking training and development activities as required.
- Supporting the wider business and undertaking additional duties appropriate to the role.
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Minimum 2 years' conveyancing experience.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively to deadlines.
- Experience working within a fast-paced legal environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent client care and customer service skills.
- Strong IT skills and confidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently using initiative while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
- Professional, reliable and adaptable approach to work.
- Highly motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Why Join Elite Law?
At Elite Law Solicitors, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an environment where you can develop professionally, feel supported and build a rewarding career.
We offer:
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and development.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Employee wellbeing initiatives.
- Regular social and networking events.
- The opportunity to be part of an ambitious and expanding law firm.
If you are looking for your next challenge and want to join a firm where your contribution is valued and your career can flourish, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Elite Law Solicitors team.
Pay: From £26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Surbiton, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- In no more than 200 words, please explain how your skills, experience, and personal qualities make you suitable for the Conveyancing Paralegal role at Elite Law Solicitors.
Please also tell us why you are interested in joining Elite Law Solicitors and what attracts you to working with our firm.
Experience:
- Residential Conveyancing Paralegal: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
