Conveyancing Assistant

Conveyancing Assistant – Leeds

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Conveyancing Assistant to join a well-established and highly respected regional law firm at its Central Leeds office. With a strong reputation across Yorkshire for exceptional client service and a genuine commitment to employee development, this is an ideal role for someone looking to grow their legal support career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

About the Role

Working closely with Senior Fee Earners, you’ll provide hands-on support across a busy and varied caseload, assisting both residential conveyancing and new build property teams. This is a highly client-focused position, suited to someone who takes pride in delivering a professional, friendly and efficient service while managing a high volume of transactions.

You will play a key role throughout the conveyancing process, supporting matters from instruction through to completion. This role is ideal for someone with at least 6-12 months’ experience in a similar conveyancing support position who is ready to take on more responsibility and build a long-term career in property law.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 6-12 months’ experience in a Conveyancing Assistant or legal support role
• Experience handling residential property transactions, including sales and purchases (new build experience advantageous)
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Confident and professional communication skills with a client-focused approach

Please note applications without relevant conveyancing experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening new client files and inputting instructions into the case management system
• Drafting routine legal documentation and preparing client correspondence
• Updating case management systems in line with team procedures
• Issuing contracts on sale files and assisting with replies to enquiries
• Ordering property searches
• Assisting with exchanges and handling related documentation
• Preparing files for completion, including issuing mortgage reports to clients
• Managing incoming post and handling telephone enquiries where appropriate
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date file records
• Supporting general administrative duties including filing, billing, archiving and document management

Why Join This Firm?

This is an opportunity to join one of Yorkshire’s most respected law firms, offering excellent progression opportunities, ongoing training and a competitive benefits package, including:

• Profit-sharing scheme – up to £3,600 tax-free annually
• 31 days’ annual leave
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Health cash plan
• Interest-free travel loans and discounted public transport
• Payroll giving scheme for charitable donations
• £1,000 employee referral bonus
• Free conveyancing on your main residence after 12 months
• Free will writing service after 12 months
• Support with professional memberships and legal subscriptions

If you’re a proactive Conveyancing Assistant with experience in residential and/or new build property looking to take the next step in your career, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and progressive firm.

Apply today for immediate consideration via the link or get in touch with Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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