Conveyancing Assistant

Conveyancing Assistant – Castleford

A well-established regional law firm is looking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant to join its busy Residential Property team in Castleford. This is a full-time, office-based opportunity suited to someone with at least 6 months’ experience supporting residential conveyancing transactions, ideally including new build property work.

You’ll be joining a collaborative and fast-paced team, providing hands-on support to Solicitors and Fee Earners managing a high-volume caseload of residential sales and purchases. This role would suit an organised and proactive legal support professional who enjoys delivering excellent client service and working in a structured, process-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Opening new client files and maintaining accurate records on the case management system
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• Preparing initial correspondence, contract packs and supporting legal documentation
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• Assisting with residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion
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• Ordering searches, reviewing documentation and supporting the preparation of reports
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• Handling exchanges, completions and post-completion administration
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• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, developers and third-party Solicitors
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• Managing incoming and outgoing post, emails and telephone enquiries
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• Providing general administrative support including billing, filing and archiving
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• Ensuring transactions progress efficiently in line with internal procedures and service standards
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What We’re Looking For:

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• Minimum 6 months’ experience within a conveyancing or legal support role
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• Previous exposure to residential property transactions, ideally including new build matters
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• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
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• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
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• Comfortable using case management systems and legal IT software
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• Ability to prioritise workload effectively in a busy environment
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• Professional and client-focused approach
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• Able to work independently while contributing positively within a team
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• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative
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Why Join:

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• Opportunity to join a respected regional law firm with a strong local reputation
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• Supportive and collaborative working environment
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• Genuine long-term career development opportunities within residential property
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Benefits Include:

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• Tax-free profit-sharing scheme
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• Up to 31 days’ annual leave
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• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
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• Life assurance cover
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• Private medical insurance
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• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
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• Health cash plan
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• Discounted public transport schemes
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• Payroll giving options
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• Referral bonus scheme
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• Support with professional memberships
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• Interest-free travel loan
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• Free conveyancing and will-writing services after one year of service
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If you’re a Conveyancing Assistant based in or around Castleford apply now or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion.

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