Conveyancing Paralegal in Birmingham

About Stone King

Stone King is an ambitious and purpose‑driven firm. Our collaborative culture and core values are intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing for our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose‑driven work we do with our clients has resulted in us being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.

The opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual to join our Real Estate Team at either a Conveyancer, Conveyancing Assistant, or Chartered Legal Executive level. Hybrid/remote working is available and we would be happy to speak with prospective candidates about flexible and remote working arrangements.

Reasons to apply

• Opportunity to further develop skills and experience across our highly regarded Real Estate Team and work closely with specialists across the firm.
• Be part of an ambitious, collaborative and friendly national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do.
• Excellent benefits focused on wellbeing and development.
• Hybrid working – we are proud signatories of the Mindful Business Charter and support a healthy work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential property matters, including sales, purchases, transfers of equity, and lease extensions.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients on property transactions, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in property law and regulations.
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts and agreements related to residential property transactions.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other third parties to facilitate smooth property transactions.
• Handle negotiations and resolve any legal issues that may arise during the conveyancing process.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and professional standards.
• Attend to clients of the firm in the office or elsewhere if needed.
• Work in a collegiate and collaborative way within an immediate team and wider firm environment.
• Communicate promptly and effectively both internally to colleagues and externally to clients.
• Maintain your continuing professional development requirements and take an active interest in furthering your knowledge within the field of law.
• Carry out your work for both colleagues and clients to the highest possible standard, respecting the firm’s standards, procedures and core values.
• Regularly attend and be involved in preparation for team meetings.
• Attend and be involved in preparation for marketing and business development events and activities.

Requirements

• Experienced Conveyancing Assistant or Chartered Legal Executive with experience of running a caseload.
• Solid knowledge of conveyancing processes, property law and relevant legislation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Proven track record of managing a high‑volume caseload efficiently.
• IT proficiency, including experience with case‑management systems and legal research tools.
• Previous experience handling own caseload from exchange of contracts to completion.

• Previous experience in a similar role.

Personal Attributes

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and confidence to challenge constructively and offer alternative approaches.
• Solutions‑focused approach with drive to improve processes and outcomes.
• Strong organisational skills, taking full ownership of tasks and ensuring delivery within agreed deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas and influence decision‑making effectively.
• Adaptable approach in managing workload and supporting others.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a team‑first attitude.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Individual differences are embraced at Stone King, and we strive to create an environment in which people feel supported and able to be themselves. We are committed to promoting an inclusive working environment that supports the growth and development for all. We are proud to be signatories of the Mindful Business Charter, the Race Fairness Commitment, and the Age Friendly Employer Pledge, and we are a Disability Confident Employer. Stone King LLP is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity by encouraging all our staff to achieve their full potential and guaranteeing that all employment decisions are taken without reference to irrelevant information or discriminatory practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Profit Share Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance (4 × salary)
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (in addition to statutory UK holidays)
• Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum

Closing date 3 July 2026 – We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible before the closing date.