Conveyancing Paralegal

An established and highly respected legal firm in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal to join their busy and collaborative team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys working with a variety of stakeholders, and is confident managing new build transactions from initial instruction through to completion. You’ll be joining a supportive department where professional development is encouraged, and you’ll play a key part in ensuring a smooth and efficient client journey. If you’re proactive, detail driven and passionate about delivering excellent service, this could be the perfect next step in your conveyancing career.

Conveyancing Paralegal Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Medicash (health, dental, eyecare)
• Team events and regular socials
• Discounted parking
• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Annual leave loyalty scheme
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Staff referral schemes
• Free fruit in the office
• Dress-down Fridays
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm

Conveyancing Paralegal Responsibilities

• Acting as a professional first point of contact for clients’, developers, brokers and other parties
• Processing clients’ initial onboarding documentation, including carrying out ID checks, reviewing proof of funds and progressing matters through the early stages of new build transactions.
• Working within Infotrack (training will be provided)
• Preparing completion statements.
• Dealing with LISA and HTB ISA withdrawals
• Dealing with NHBC warranty portals
• Completing Local Authority, Chancel and other relevant pre-exchange searches
• Preparing Stamp Duty Land Tax Forms and Land Registry Form
• Assisting with general team administration
• Working collaboratively to support team targets and KPIs
• Dealing with exchange and completion work.
• Assisting with source of funds/AML checks.

Conveyancing Paralegal Requirements

• Around 3 years’ experience as a Conveyancing Paralegal
• Strong understanding of residential conveyancing processes
• Knowledge of build transactions would be beneficial
• Confident liaising with clients, developers, brokers and third parties
• Ability to manage onboarding tasks including ID checks, proof of funds and AML processes
• Experience preparing completion statements, SDLT forms and Land Registry documentation
• Familiarity with pre-exchange searches (Local Authority, Chancel etc.)
• Comfortable working within case management systems (Infotrack training provided)
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to supporting team targets and KPIs

Apply now, we look forward to hearing from you.