Conveyancing Paralegal (Ilkley)

Eventus Legal is recruiting for an experienced and professional Conveyancing Paralegal to join a well-established and expanding law firm in Ilkley, West Yorkshire. In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative and paralegal support to Fee Earners within the residential conveyancing department, playing a key part in the smooth running of the team. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of £28,000 (depending on experience), along with an attractive benefits package including 26 days’ holiday plus your birthday off and Bank Holidays, a group pension scheme, private healthcare, life insurance, Perkbox benefits, and discounted membership at PureGym.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage client matters efficiently and accurately using the Proclaim case management system, ensuring compliance with Walker Foster standards and all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Prepare, organise, and maintain legal files, including the accurate archiving of all supporting documentation.
• Provide comprehensive diary management for the Fee Earner, including scheduling client appointments and coordinating meetings as required.
• Draft and prepare client correspondence through audio typing, word processing, and digital dictation.
• Handle client and third-party telephone calls, enquiries, and requests in a professional and courteous manner, adhering to the firm’s Client Charter.
• Take ownership of incoming emails, post, and general administrative tasks, including photocopying and document management.
• Order property searches and carry out necessary client identification checks in line with compliance procedures.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of exchanges and completions under the supervision of the Fee Earner.
• Manage Land Registry processes, including the registration of completed properties and follow-up actions as required.
• Prepare client billing and maintain accurate account ledgers.
• Provide support to colleagues, including other assistants and the wider management team, as needed.

Person Specification

• Previous experience demonstrated within a conveyancing department.
• Ability to actively listen to clients and colleagues, responding in a professional, approachable, and respectful manner.
• Clear, concise, and accurate written work, using appropriate grammar, punctuation, and tone to reflect the professional standards of our client’s brand.
• Effectively manage and prioritise workloads, using time and resources efficiently to meet deadlines and maintain high standards.
• Confident in the use of Microsoft Office applications and case management systems, including Proclaim.
• Able to work collaboratively with colleagues, encouraging a positive, supportive, and respectful working environment.

Benefits and Rewards

• A competitive salary up to £28,000.
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Day off for your birthday.
• Company pension.
• Life Insurance.
• Private healthcare scheme.
• Perkbox.
• Discounted gym membership at PureGym.

About the company

Our client is a long-established general practice law firm, founded in the early 20th century, who have developed a strong regional presence through a network of offices across multiple towns across Yorkshire. It has built a reputation for providing accessible and reliable legal services to individuals, families, and local businesses. The firm operates with a clear focus on serving its surrounding communities, positioning itself as a trusted and approachable provider of legal expertise. It places emphasis on building long term relationships with clients, prioritising consistency, care, and practical legal support tailored to local needs. Our client's long term vision is to remain a leading choice for legal services within the region, continuing to evolve while maintaining strong community ties.

Next Steps

Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this conveyancing paralegal job, please send your CV to Vanessa Grey at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at vanessa.grey@eventuslegal.com or phone 07572 760099. If this job is not right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.