Job Title: Conveyancing Assistant - Residential PropertyLocation: Multiple Offices - West Yorkshire (including Bingley, Chapel Allerton, Crossgates, and Brighouse, Morley)Salary: £25,000-£32,000Job Type: PermanentWorking 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.
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Prepare and issue contracts on sale files and assist in handling pre-contract enquiries.
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Order searches and assist with setting up completion files.
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Handle paperwork for exchanges and completions.
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Issue mortgage reports and draft standard legal documents.
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Liaise with clients, agents, and lenders as required.
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Manage incoming post, emails, and telephone queries.
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Update case management systems regularly and accurately.
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General administrative support including billing, filing, photocopying, and document archiving.
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Minimum 12 months' experience in residential conveyancing (required).
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Strong IT and administrative skills, including case management system use.
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Excellent attention to detail and written communication.
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Client-focused with a professional and friendly approach.
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Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure.
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Capable of working both independently and as part of a wider team.
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A flexible, can-do attitude and willingness to support the team.
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Competitive salary depending on experience
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Opportunities for progression and training
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Supportive and inclusive team environment
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Multiple branch locations across West Yorkshire
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Company pension scheme
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Generous annual leave entitlement
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Residential Conveyancing: 1 year (required)
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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.