Conveyancing / Land Development Paralegal or Legal Executive

Newark-on-Trent | Full-Time | Up to £32,000

The Opportunity

Looking for a role where you can build your conveyancing experience, work alongside experienced fee earners and get involved in more than just the day-to-day admin?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an established Conveyancing and Land Development team in Newark-on-Trent, supporting a varied caseload across residential conveyancing, new homes and infrastructure matters.

This would suit an experienced Paralegal or Legal Executive looking for their next step within a supportive team, with plenty of opportunity to develop their technical knowledge and career.

The Role

You'll provide hands-on support to fee earners across a varied caseload, including:

• Preparing and issuing quotations.
• Conducting property searches.
• Preparing standard contract documentation.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents and other third parties.
• Managing enquiries and correspondence.
• Supporting exchange, completion and post-completion matters.
• Assisting with SDLT submissions, Companies House filings and Land Registry registrations.
• Managing file closures and ensuring accurate records are maintained.
• Supporting fee earners with business development and new opportunities.
• Maintaining accurate time recording and supporting billing processes.
• Working in line with quality, compliance and risk management standards.

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Executive or in a similar conveyancing support role.
• Good knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures, including part exchanges.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• The ability to work independently while being a strong team player.
• Excellent attention to detail and client care skills.
• Experience with case management systems would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of land law, infrastructure transactions or Section Agreements would be a bonus.

A good sense of humour and a collaborative attitude would also go down rather well.

What's on Offer?

Alongside a salary of up to £32,000, you'll benefit from:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Staff discounts on legal and wealth management services
• Income protection
• Life assurance worth 3x your annual salary
• Salary Exchange Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career progression within an established firm
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to work across both conveyancing and land development matters

To apply for this role, please send your CV to s.oliver@clayton-legal.co.uk or telephone Sam Oliver on 0121 368 1833.

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