Conveyancing Paralegal

Residential Property Paralegal 

Location: Wimbledon, London
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9.30am – 5.30pm
Working Pattern: Office based, 5 days per week
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Looking for more than just another Paralegal role? This could be your next career move!

We are working with a highly regarded and well-established law firm in Wimbledon who are looking to recruit an ambitious Residential Property Paralegal to join their experienced Property Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with approximately 2–3 years' residential property experience who is keen to develop their technical knowledge, take on more responsibility and ultimately progress into a fee-earning position.

You will initially work closely with an experienced fee earner, providing support on a varied residential conveyancing caseload while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

The firm has a traditional, supportive approach and genuinely invests in its people. They are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career and will provide guidance and support to help you achieve your ambitions.

The Role

• Supporting an experienced fee earner with a residential conveyancing caseload.
• Assisting with freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Supporting transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Preparing and reviewing legal documentation.
• Assisting with searches, enquiries and post-completion matters.
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents and other third parties.
• Managing files and ensuring transactions progress efficiently.
• Providing a high level of client care and communication.

You will also have exposure to a wider Property Department handling both residential and commercial matters, including higher-value transactions involving properties in and around Wimbledon.

Career Progression & SQE Support

One of the key attractions of this opportunity is the genuine scope for career development.

• Opportunity to progress from a support role into fee earning.
• Support and guidance for those looking to pursue the SQE qualification route.
• The firm is happy to support candidates working towards SQE1 and SQE2, where appropriate.
• Encouragement to develop your technical skills and take on increasing responsibility.
• Opportunity to shape your career in a direction that suits your strengths and ambitions.

About You

• Ideally 2–3 years' experience as a Residential Property Paralegal.
• A good academic background.
• Previous experience supporting residential conveyancing transactions.
• Ambitious and motivated, with a genuine desire to progress.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident dealing with clients and third parties.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Proactive, reliable and keen to take on additional responsibility.
• A strong team player with a positive attitude.

The Firm

• Well-established and highly regarded law firm in Wimbledon.
• Property Department comprising six experienced fee earners and four support staff.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Traditional approach with an emphasis on teamwork and personal development.
• Excellent staff retention, with many people building long-term careers within the firm.
• A genuine opportunity to learn from experienced property professionals.

Working Hours & Location

• Monday to Friday, 9.30am – 5.30pm.
• Based in Wimbledon.
• Fully office based, five days per week.

Interview Process

• First interview via Microsoft Teams.
• Second interview face to face at the firm's Wimbledon office.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Residential Property Paralegal looking for a role that offers more responsibility, career development and the opportunity to progress towards fee earning, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion, or alternatively reach out to Rosie Stinson at r.stinson@clayton-legal.co.uk

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.