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Job Title: Conveyancing Assistant - Residential Property
Location: Multiple Offices - West Yorkshire (including Bingley, Chapel Allerton, Crossgates, and Brighouse, Morley)
Salary: 25,000-32,000
Job Type: Permanent
Working Hours/Days: Full-time, Monday to Friday
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Conveyancing Assistant to join a well-established legal firm with multiple branches across West Yorkshire. This role offers the chance to be part of a friendly and professional residential property team, supporting fee earners on a high-volume caseload of sale and purchase matters.
This position is ideal for someone with at least 12 months of conveyancing experience, who is organised, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering excellent client service.
General Duties of Conveyancing Assistant - Residential Property:
Open new conveyancing files and input client instructions into the case management system.
Prepare and issue contracts on sale files and assist in handling pre-contract enquiries.
Order searches and assist with setting up completion files.
Handle paperwork for exchanges and completions.
Issue mortgage reports and draft standard legal documents.
Liaise with clients, agents, and lenders as required.
Manage incoming post, emails, and telephone queries.
Update case management systems regularly and accurately.
General administrative support including billing, filing, photocopying, and document archiving.
General Requirements of Conveyancing Assistant - Residential Property:
Minimum 12 months' experience in residential conveyancing (required).
Strong IT and administrative skills, including case management system use.
Excellent attention to detail and written communication.
Client-focused with a professional and friendly approach.
Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure.
Capable of working both independently and as part of a wider team.
A flexible, can-do attitude and willingness to support the team.
Benefits:
Competitive salary depending on experience
Opportunities for progression and training
Supportive and inclusive team environment
Multiple branch locations across West Yorkshire
Company pension scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Experience:
Residential Conveyancing: 1 year (required)
Legal Administration: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: On-site - West Yorkshire (with offices in Bingley, Chapel Allerton, Crossgates, Morley and Brighouse)
Ability to commute/relocate: Must be able to reliably commute to one of the listed branches
If you're passionate about residential conveyancing and ready to develop your legal career in a supportive and dynamic setting, click 'apply now' to be considered for this role.
