Job Title: Conveyancing / Land Development Paralegal or Legal Executive
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Paralegal or Legal Executive to join a dynamic conveyancing and land development team. The successful candidate will assist fee earners with a diverse caseload of conveyancing and infrastructure‑related matters, delivering exceptional client service within a fast‑paced environment.
Key Duties
- Supporting fee earners with conveyancing and infrastructure‑related caseloads, providing assistance across the team as required.
- Preparing and issuing detailed quotations.
- Conducting property searches promptly and accurately.
- Liaising effectively with estate agents and other third parties.
- Drafting and producing standard contract documentation with precision.
- Assisting with enquiries and managing related correspondence.
- Overseeing exchange, completion, and post‑completion formalities, including Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions, Companies House filings, and Land Registry registrations.
- Completing file closure procedures and ensuring all documentation is accurately recorded.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering a consistently high‑quality service to existing clients.
- Collaborating with partners and fee earners to support business development and identify new opportunities.
- Contributing to the growth of the Land Development and New Homes practise, encouraging cross‑referrals across teams.
- Achieving fee income in line with agreed targets and objectives.
- Maintaining accurate daily records of time spent on client and internal work.
- Supporting financial controls, including billing procedures and collection of monies on account.
- Ensuring all work adheres to quality and risk management standards.
- Keeping abreast of relevant legal developments to maintain professional knowledge and skills.
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience as a Paralegal or Legal Executive, or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong understanding of conveyancing procedures, including part exchanges.
- Proficient IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and planning abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Effective prioritisation skills to manage multiple deadlines.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Experience with case management systems.
- Familiarity with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and Money Laundering Regulations.
- Previous experience using Visualfiles.
- Knowledge of land law, section agreements, and infrastructure transactions.
Personal Attributes
- A professional and dependable approach.
- A positive, adaptable attitude.
- A strong work ethic with a commitment to delivering excellent client service.
- Ability to thrive in a structured, process‑driven environment.
- A good sense of humour and a collaborative mindset.
To apply for this role, please forward your CV to (url removed) or call Sam Oliver on (phone number removed).
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