Job Description
Conveyancing Paralegal - Full-time - Sheffield
SJC Partners are working with a highly regarded and growing law firm who are looking to recruit a Residential Conveyancing Paralegal to join their busy and supportive team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced conveyancing assistant or paralegal to take the next step in their career, working closely with fee earners on a varied and fast-paced residential property caseload.
The Opportunity:
You will become a key part of a well-established conveyancing team, supporting fee earners with the progression of residential property transactions from instruction through to completion.
This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you will gain exposure to a full range of conveyancing work, while developing your technical knowledge and career progression within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting fee earners on a busy residential conveyancing caseload
- Managing client communication, providing updates and taking instructions
- Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and completion paperwork
- Preparing contract packs for both registered and unregistered titles
- Assisting with exchanges, completions, and post-completion formalities
- Preparing SDLT returns, completion statements, and related documentation
- Ordering and reviewing property searches, flagging key issues where required
- Liaising with clients, solicitors, lenders, estate agents, and brokers
- Ensuring files are managed in line with internal procedures and CQS standards
- Supporting compliance checks and completion administration
- Handling leasehold post-completion requirements, including notices
About you:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- At least 12 months' experience in residential conveyancing
- A solid understanding of the conveyancing process from start to finish
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Confident communication and strong client care skills
- A proactive and team-focused approach
- Good IT skills (Microsoft Word and Outlook essential)
Why Apply:
- Work within a reputable and supportive conveyancing team
- Gain exposure to a full range of residential property transactions
- Structured support and supervision from experienced fee earners
- Genuine opportunity to develop and progress your conveyancing career
- Friendly, professional working environment with strong team culture
If the above opportunity sounds of interest, please get in touch with Ashleigh OHagan at SJC Partners.
