Conveyancing Paralegal – Sutton Coldfield

Eventus Legal are recruiting for a Conveyancing Paralegal to join the residential property department of a well-established and growing law firm based in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands.

This is a permanent, full-time position working within an experienced and supportive property team, assisting with a broad range of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion. The firm offers a flexible working approach alongside a collaborative culture and genuine opportunities for progression within the department.

This opportunity would suit an ambitious Conveyancing Paralegal looking to further develop their technical knowledge and take on increased responsibility within a busy and successful residential property team.

The Opportunity

As a Conveyancing Paralegal, you will play an integral role in supporting fee earners whilst also managing aspects of transactions independently under supervision. You will become involved in the full conveyancing process and work closely with clients and third parties to ensure matters progress efficiently and smoothly.

Duties will include:

• Assisting fee earners with a varied caseload of residential property transactions including sales, purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity.

• Drafting legal documents, contracts and supporting correspondence throughout the conveyancing process.

• Preparing contract packs and issuing documentation to solicitors and third parties.

• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders and solicitors to provide regular updates and progress transactions.

• Reviewing title documentation and raising standard enquiries where appropriate.

• Ordering and reviewing property searches and reporting results to fee earners.

• Managing file opening procedures and ensuring compliance requirements are completed accurately.

• Carrying out anti-money laundering checks, source of funds investigations and identity verification procedures.

• Preparing completion statements and assisting with financial transactions relating to completions.

• Supporting exchange and completion processes to ensure deadlines are met.

• Assisting with post-completion matters including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications.

• Maintaining accurate electronic files and updating the case management system throughout each transaction.

About You

Applications are welcomed from candidates with previous residential conveyancing experience who are looking to develop their legal career within an established and supportive firm.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Previous experience working as a Conveyancing Paralegal, Conveyancing Assistant or Legal Assistant within a residential property department.

• A sound understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to post-completion.

• Experience handling aspects of files with an ability to work with a degree of autonomy under supervision.

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy environment.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when preparing legal documentation.

• Confident communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients and external parties.

• Good IT skills including experience using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.

• A proactive and solution-focused approach to work.

• A commitment to delivering high levels of client care and service.

Benefits and Rewards

The successful Conveyancing Paralegal will benefit from joining a friendly and supportive firm that values its employees and encourages long-term career development.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary dependent upon experience.

• Seasonal bonus scheme.

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Full-time and part-time applications considered.

• Company pension scheme.

• Flexitime policy.

• Company sick pay.

• Casual dress policy.

• Regular social and company events.

• Supportive and approachable management team.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• The chance to play an important role within a growing residential property department.

About the Firm

The firm has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across the West Midlands and continues to experience growth across its residential property offering.

The residential conveyancing team advises on a wide range of transactions including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and new build matters. The firm prides itself on delivering an exceptional client experience while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment for its employees.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Conveyancing Paralegal seeking long-term career progression within a successful and expanding law firm in Sutton Coldfield.

Next Steps

If your experience aligns with this Conveyancing Paralegal opportunity, please apply now.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role or to discuss other legal opportunities across the West Midlands, please contact Gemma Clarke at Eventus Recruitment Group on 07950 196 168 or via email at gemma.clarke@eventuslegal.com.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland within the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Salary information is provided as a guide only and applications are welcomed from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills and experience required for the role.