At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage your own caseload in residential conveyancing with support from experienced lawyers.
- Company: Thriving company offering fantastic long-term career prospects.
- Benefits: Career progression, professional qualifications, pension, gym membership, and more.
- Other info: Enjoy modern offices, company events, and additional time off for your birthday.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in property transactions.
- Qualifications: 1+ year experience in residential conveyancing and strong communication skills.
About the Role
This role provides a brilliant opportunity for an enthusiastic Paralegal to join a thriving company with fantastic long‑term career prospects. The successful candidate will manage their own sale and purchase caseload under the direction of an experienced lawyer and with the support of an administrative team and market‑leading case management systems.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing Contract Packs and raising appropriate legal enquiries
- Preparing and delivering advice to clients on all aspects of the transaction and the Contract Pack
- Drafting and approving legal documents under the supervision of a lawyer
- Preparing and reviewing accounts paperwork
- Preparing and advising on Stamp Duty Land Transaction Returns
- Conducting Exchange of Contracts
- Supervising and mentoring Conveyancing Assistants
- Proactively updating clients and referrers throughout the matter lifecycle
- Ensuring all files comply with company policies and regulatory framework
- Conducting client meetings when required and replying to email and telephone enquiries in a timely manner
Qualifications
- You will have already gained at least 1+ year of experience working in a residential conveyancing department and be confident in dealing with sale and purchase transactions for freehold property.
- Experience in dealing with leasehold and newbuild property is ideal but not essential.
- You must be self‑motivated and have the ability to efficiently organise both yourself and others.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
- A positive ‘can do’ attitude is key to our culture and business model.
- Proficiency in Microsoft packages is essential.
- Ideally you will own a car and have a full valid UK driving licence.
Benefits
All of our Paralegals and Conveyancers are offered the opportunity to progress their career and obtain professional qualifications should they wish to do so. If you are interested in hearing about our support packages for qualification routes, please let us know.
- Company Pension
- Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Company Events
- Central Locations
- Modern Offices
- Discounted Dining at Selected Venues
- Subsidised Gym Membership
- Subsidised Parking and Travel
- Additional Time off to Celebrate Your Birthday
- Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
- Dependent on level of experience
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Conveyancing Paralegal – Stow/Bath employer: Montpellier Legal Ltd
Montpellier Legal is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment in Gloucester/Tewkesbury. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide market-leading salaries, comprehensive training, and numerous opportunities for career progression within a modern law firm. Our commitment to a positive workplace culture is reflected in our team spirit, social events, and unique benefits such as all-expenses-paid trips abroad, making us an attractive choice for those seeking a rewarding career in conveyancing.
