Conveyancing Legal Assistant

Conveyancing Legal Assistant – Residential Conveyancing – Lichfield

A well-established residential conveyancing team in Lichfield is looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join its fast-paced, client-focused department. This role is ideal for someone with a background in property law support who thrives in a professional, collaborative environment.

The Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant will provide essential support to conveyancers, handling a wide range of administrative and case-related tasks. This position is critical in ensuring smooth transactions for both sales and purchases of residential properties.

• Taking client instructions and verifying identification, source of funds and gift deposits
• Preparing and issuing sales contracts
• Requesting mortgage redemption figures and advance funds
• Translating dictation and drafting documents such as Transfer Deeds
• Responding to enquiries related to Freehold and Leasehold properties
• Drafting sales completion statements and arranging searches
• Updating clients, agents and internal teams on case progress
• Setting up and coordinating completions
• Completing post-completion administrative tasks

The ideal candidate will be confident, organised and able to work accurately under pressure.

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a conveyancing legal secretary or assistant
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with dictation and document drafting
• Excellent keyboarding and word-processing skills
• Professional, friendly and able to maintain confidentiality
• Able to work effectively as part of a team in a busy office environment
• Resilient, calm under pressure and highly organised

This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy, growing conveyancing team with a strong reputation for client service. The role offers excellent development opportunities in a supportive and professional workplace, where employees are recognised and rewarded for their contributions.

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday package, including birthday leave
• Pension scheme
• Health insurance coverage after three months
• Death-in-service benefit
• Annual social events
• Clear career progression pathway

Candidates interested in this Residential Conveyancing Legal Assistant role should submit a current CV online or contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal for confidential consideration.