PARALEGALS & CONVEYANCERS – READY FOR YOUR NEXT MOVE?

A highly respected and long-established UK law firm is expanding its Gloucester office and is looking to speak with ambitious Paralegals and Conveyancers ready to take the next step in their career.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognised legal practice with a strong reputation for client care, career progression, and a genuinely supportive working culture.

Why make the move?

✅ Join a well-established Top UK law firm
✅ High-quality work with an existing client base
✅ Competitive salary – DOE
✅ Hybrid working offered after probation (6 months) – open to negotiation
✅ Typical hybrid split of 2 days from home / 3 days in the office
✅ Friendly, collaborative culture with genuine team spirit
✅ Staff actively choose to come into the office due to the positive working environment
✅ Clear progression and long-term career development
✅ Modern Gloucester office with supportive leadership and infrastructure

The successful candidates will ideally have 3+ years’ experience within residential conveyancing or property law and be confident managing files, client communication, and supporting fee earners within a busy legal environment.

Whether you’re looking to step up into a larger firm, gain exposure to higher quality work, or simply join a team where your contribution is valued - this opportunity is worth exploring.

All applications and enquiries handled in the strictest confidence. Please hit APPLY today or alternatively please email Rosie Stinson at r.stinson@clayton-legal.co.uk 

I have been instructed on an exciting opportunity with a nationally recognised law firm known for its commitment to social justice, human rights, and exceptional criminal defence work.

The firm is now looking to recruit a Crime Solicitor with ideally 2–3 years’ PQE to join its highly regarded crime team. This is a genuinely unique opportunity to work alongside one of the most respected teams in the country whilst also maintaining exposure to a broad range of general crime matters.

Over the last decade, the team has been involved in some of the most high-profile protest cases in the UK, including landmark Court of Appeal decisions relating to protest sentencing and freedom of expression. They regularly represent activists connected to major protest movements and grassroots campaigns across the country.

The team has also been heavily involved in cases concerning freedom of expression, human rights defences under Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights, and matters involving the increasing use of terrorism legislation in protest-related cases.

This role would suit someone passionate about criminal defence, advocacy, and protecting the rights of individuals. You will have the opportunity to handle a varied caseload involving both protest-related and general criminal matters, whilst developing your advocacy experience across the Magistrates’, Crown, and Appellate Courts.

One of the standout aspects of this opportunity is the level of collaboration within the team. Junior solicitors are given genuine hands-on support and mentorship, regularly working closely alongside highly experienced colleagues on complex and high-profile matters.

The successful candidate will:
• Have ideally 2–3 years’ PQE within criminal law
• Possess strong litigation and advocacy skills
• Be confident managing a varied caseload independently
• Demonstrate excellent client care and communication skills
• Thrive within a fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Have a genuine commitment to social justice and criminal defence work

Police Station Accreditation and/or Duty Solicitor status would be advantageous, although this is not essential.

In return, the firm offers an excellent benefits package including:
• Generous annual leave plus Christmas shutdown and birthday leave
• Additional paid leave for volunteering, moving house and study
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Pension scheme with salary sacrifice options
• Life assurance and income protection
• Extensive wellbeing and mental health support
• Employee benefits portal with retail, gym and healthcare discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan
• Subsidised social spaces and regular office perks

This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading team working at the forefront of protest and human rights-related criminal law.

For a confidential discussion or further information, please get in touch.

Role: Conveyancing Assistant/Paralegal

Location: Liverpool

Position: Full time, permanent position

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Conveyancing Assistant to join their award-winning Residential Conveyancing team on a full-time, office-based in Liverpool.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the legal sector, working alongside experienced conveyancers in a busy and supportive environment. The successful candidate will gain hands-on exposure to a broad range of residential property matters while playing a key role in supporting the smooth progression of conveyancing transactions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the day-to-day progression of conveyancing files
• Preparing legal documents and correspondence
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors
• Managing incoming post, emails, and general administration
• Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting fee earners to ensure deadlines and service standards are met
• Providing a professional and friendly service to clients throughout the transaction process

The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively within a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude are essential.

Previous experience within a legal, conveyancing, or administrative environment would be ideal, although full training will be provided for the right individual. A genuine interest in property law and client care is highly desirable.

The firm offers:

• Salary up to £25,000 DOE
• Uncapped bonus scheme
• Clear progression opportunities, with many assistants progressing into fee-earning roles
• Regular social events and a supportive team culture
• Alongside other great benefits.

This is a full-time, Monday to Friday position and would suit someone looking to develop their career within a growing and highly respected legal environment.

If this roles sounds of interest please get in touch with Rebecca 0151 2301 208 or send your up to date CV across to r.davies@clayton-legal.co.uk to discuss further.

Role: Conveyancing Executive

Location: Liverpool

Position: Full time, permanent position

Salary: £35,000 to £48,000

Our client, a leading Liverpool law firm, is seeking to recruit a Conveyancing Executive / Solicitor to join their busy and highly regarded Residential Conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced conveyancer to take on a varied caseload within a supportive environment, working closely with senior solicitors while having the autonomy to manage files effectively.

The role involves handling a mixed residential conveyancing caseload, with responsibility for progressing matters from instruction through to completion. You will be expected to work with a high degree of self-management and initiative, while also benefiting from guidance and supervision where required.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload including freehold, leasehold, sales, purchases, and remortgages
• Handling files efficiently in line with compliance, AML, and KYC requirements
• Liaising with clients and other professionals to deliver a high standard of client care
• Attending client meetings and maintaining regular communication throughout transactions
• Negotiating with third parties to progress matters and achieve agreed outcomes
• Maintaining accurate and compliant file management, including timely file closures
• Monitoring and updating electronic case management systems and portals
• Supporting business development and networking activities where appropriate
• Keeping up to date with legal developments and ensuring ongoing professional development
• Assisting colleagues and providing guidance where needed within the team

We are keen to speak with experienced Conveyancing Executives or qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 3 years' residential conveyancing experience. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of residential property transactions, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage a busy workload while meeting deadlines.

This is a firm that offers a structure, support and relevant training and development and has a care for their clients and employees.

If this role sounds of interest please get in contact with Rebecca on 0151 230 1208 or send across your up to date CV across to r.davies@clayton-legal.co.uk to discuss further.

Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

Location: East Midlands

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A leading group of well-established law firms across the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Analyst to join its growing Risk & Compliance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional looking to develop their career within a respected and fast-paced legal environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the firms' regulatory and compliance obligations, ensuring robust AML procedures are maintained across multiple offices and practice areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and ongoing monitoring
• Review and assess source of funds and source of wealth documentation
• Carry out sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening
• Assist fee earners with AML and compliance queries
• Identify and escalate potential suspicious activity and AML risks
• Support file audits and compliance monitoring activities
• Maintain accurate compliance records and reporting systems
• Assist with policy updates and regulatory compliance projects
• Stay up to date with relevant AML legislation, SRA requirements, and industry best practice

Candidate Requirements

• Previous AML, compliance, or risk experience within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of UK AML regulations and SRA guidance
• Experience conducting CDD and EDD checks
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with AML systems and Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Experience working within a multi-office legal practice
• ICA qualification or similar compliance certification
• Knowledge of high-risk client and corporate structures

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Clear progression and development pathways
• Supportive and collaborative compliance team
• Opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded legal group

Residential Solicitor | Harrow | Hybrid Working | Established Multi-Office Firm

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Solicitor to join a highly respected, long-established law firm with multiple offices and an excellent reputation across the region.

This is a fantastic chance to become part of a thriving property department handling high-quality residential conveyancing work within a supportive and professional environment.

Hybrid Working Available – Following successful completion of probation, enjoy 2 days working from home each week.

The Opportunity

You will manage your own varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to post-completion, including:

• Residential sales & purchases
• Remortgages & equity release matters
• Freehold & leasehold title checks
• Transfers of equity & matrimonial transfers
• Supporting and mentoring conveyancing assistants
• Building and maintaining local client relationships
• Cross-referring opportunities across the wider firm

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing residential property files independently
• Strong technical conveyancing knowledge
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Local market knowledge advantageous
• Professional, organised and commercially aware approach

Why Apply?

• Join a recognised and established multi-office firm
• Stable, long-term career opportunity
• Friendly and collaborative working culture
• Hybrid flexibility after probation
• Competitive salary package dependent on experience

If you’re looking to join a reputable firm where your experience will be valued and your career can continue to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential discussion or alternatively email Rosie Stinson at r.stinson@clayton-legal.co.uk 

Role: x2 Senior Conveyancer

Location: Wirral

Position: Full time, permanent office based role

Our client, a well-established and growing law firm based on the Wirral, is seeking to recruit two experienced Senior Conveyancers to join their busy Residential Property team. These are fully office-based roles within a supportive and professional environment, offering strong caseloads and genuine long-term career progression.

The firm is hiring for two Senior Conveyancer positions:

Senior Conveyancer / Fee Earner

This role is focused on managing a busy and varied residential caseload, handling matters from instruction through to completion.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing approximately 80 residential conveyancing files
• Handling sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfers of equity
• Ensuring smooth progression of transactions and strong client care
• Liaising with clients, lenders, estate agents, and third parties

Senior Conveyancer / Team Supervisor

This position combines hands-on conveyancing with additional responsibility for supporting and developing the wider team. You will play a key role in maintaining standards and assisting with day-to-day supervision.

Key responsibilities include:

• Training, mentoring, and supporting junior staff
• Overseeing file quality and assisting with supervision
• Supporting the smooth running of the conveyancing department
• Maintaining high technical and compliance standards

Both roles require experienced residential conveyancing fee earning experience and ideally a qualification (Solicitor/CLC/CILEX) with strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a busy office-based environment.

The firm offers a competitive salary, a structured and collaborative team culture, and clear opportunities for long-term progression.

If either of these roles sound of interest to you please call 0151 2301 208 or send your up to date CV across to Rebecca r.davies@clayton-legal.co.uk

Role: Residential Conveyancer

Location Congleton, Cheshire

Position:  Full time, permanent position

Our client, a well-regarded law firm, is seeking a Residential Conveyancer to join their team based in Congleton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who ideally holds 3-5+ years' conveyancing fee experience who is looking to progress their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

This is a full-time role offering hybrid working arrangements, reporting into the senior associate. You will manage your own caseload of residential property matters from instruction through to completion, supported by a dedicated Conveyancing Assistant.

The role involves handling a varied range of residential conveyancing transactions, including: 

• Shared ownership and new build purchases
• Transfers of equity and transfers of part
• Adverse possession matters
• Remortgages
• Sale, purchase, freehold and leasehold transactions

You will be responsible for independently managing files while maintaining clear and proactive communication with clients, developers, solicitors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth progression throughout each transaction.

The successful candidate will have top organisational skills, the ability to prioritise effectively, and confidence working to deadlines are essential. You should also have a solid understanding of residential conveyancing processes, along with experience using case management systems.

In return, the firm offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support both wellbeing and work-life balance.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity please get in contact with Rebecca on 0151 2301 208 or send across your up to date CV to r.davies@clayton-legal.co.uk