AP - Conveyancing Paralegal, UK Real Estate Experience

• Assist solicitors and conveyancers with residential and/or commercial property transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Open new files, conduct client onboarding, and assist with client identification and verification, including AML and KYC checks.
• Prepare, review, and manage conveyancing documentation, including contracts, transfer deeds, property information forms, and other relevant legal documents.
• Request, review, and organise property searches, including local authority, environmental, drainage, and water searches.
• Assist with reviewing title registers, title plans, property information, and other Land Registry documents.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, solicitors, surveyors, and other relevant parties to progress transactions.
• Monitor transaction progress, maintain accurate case records, and ensure deadlines and key milestones are met.
• Assist with preparation of reports on title and identification of potential property issues for review by the supervising solicitor or conveyancer.
• Support preparation of completion statements and assist with coordination of exchange and completion.
• Assist with post-completion matters, including SDLT submissions where applicable, Land Registry applications, and registration of property ownership.
• Maintain accurate electronic files, update case management systems, and ensure all documentation is properly recorded.
• Follow relevant UK conveyancing procedures, data protection requirements, confidentiality standards, and internal compliance policies.
• Provide administrative support and contribute to efficient management of the conveyancing team.

• Previous experience working as a Conveyancing Paralegal, Conveyancing Assistant, Property Legal Assistant, or in a similar role.
• Practical experience supporting UK residential and/or commercial property transactions.
• Good understanding of the UK conveyancing process, including pre-contract, exchange, completion, and post-completion procedures.
• Familiarity with HM Land Registry processes, property searches, title documentation, and conveyancing forms.
• Knowledge of AML and client due diligence requirements within a legal or property transaction environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple files, prioritise workloads, and work effectively to deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience using legal case management systems and electronic document management platforms.