Job Description

Conveyancing Paralegal/Legal Assistant – Residential Conveyancing – Abingdon

Salary: £25,000-£35,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Abingdon (hybrid working / flexible hours considered)

Contract: Full-time

About the Client

The client is an established full-service law firm based in Abingdon with a busy residential conveyancing team. It is seeking a motivated Conveyancing Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for LPC graduates or ambitious candidates looking to demonstrate potential and progress toward a full Solicitor training contract.

The Role

You will support the conveyancing team with residential property matters, providing essential assistance to Fee-Earners and Senior Solicitors.

The role includes:

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• Managing residential conveyancing files, ensuring all registrations, SDLT submissions and related tasks are completed efficiently
• Preparing and submitting HM Land Registry applications, including first registrations, lease extensions, removal of notices/restrictions and transfers
• Liaising with mortgage companies, management companies and other third-party contacts
• Assisting with file closures, client balances and compliance checks
• Supporting Fee-Earners and Senior Solicitors, with opportunities to take on increasing responsibilities over time

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

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• Experience in residential conveyancing or legal assistant support
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Confidence liaising with mortgage firms, management companies and other third parties

Desirable:

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• Exposure to Land Registry applications, SDLT submissions, first registrations, lease extensions, or removal of notices/restrictions
• Familiarity with case management systems
• LPC graduate or aspiring solicitor with demonstrable potential and ambition

Why This Role is Attractive

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• Clear pathway toward a solicitor training contract for LPC graduates
• Opportunity to work in a busy, supportive residential conveyancing team
• Hybrid working and flexible hours available
• Competitive salary (£25,000-£30,000) depending on experience
• Exposure to a wide range of residential conveyancing work, allowing you to develop strong practical skills and demonstrate potential for career progression

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a CV and a brief covering email to Gayle Woolf at G2 Legal.

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