Conveyancing Paralegal

Place of work:
Glasgow or Edinburgh, City Centre

Contract type:
Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm

Jones Whyte is proud to have been recognised as the Scottish Top Employer of the Year at The Herald and s1jobs Top Employer Awards 2025. This award reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive — one that values career development, wellbeing, inclusivity, innovation, and community impact. As a firm, we’re dedicated to fostering an environment where every team member feels supported, empowered, and part of something meaningful.

As we expand, we’re looking for a talented Paralegal to play a pivotal role in our Conveyancing department’s success. This is your chance to shine, contribute your expertise, and grow alongside a company that’s invested in your development.

We also understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer hybrid working for this role. You’ll have the flexibility to work both in the office and from home 2 days per week.

As a Conveyancing Paralegal, you will be managing your own caseload of purchase, sale & title transfer transactions from the initial instruction to the the final completion stage. You will work closely with the team to expedite cases efficiently, upholding the high client service standards. Additionally, you will liaise with our valued clients, understanding their requirements, and managing all cases in line with the service level agreements and industry best practice.

You will have dedicated 1-1 support with Solicitor with both being supported by a Legal Executive and experienced team of Legal Assistants.

The role demands you to be proactive and client focused with a positive attitude & flexible approach. You should be a strong team player capable of showcasing a deep understanding of Property Law.

As part of our team, you’ll not only play a key role in the success of our Conveyancing department but also gain opportunities to develop your skills and achieve your career ambitions, all while contributing to a thriving and supportive environment.

• Collaborating with the team to ensure the swift and efficient progression of all Conveyancing matters
• Managing cases comprehensively from instruction to completion
• Engaging with our valued clients to understand their needs and manage cases to SLAs & best practices
• Prioritising tasks and optimising work procedures for maximum efficiency
• Maintaining consistent and transparent communication with clients, colleagues, and external agencies – delivering efficient and professional service
• Effectively utilising our case management system

• At least 2 years residential Conveyancing experience
• Experience of a wide variety of property matters in Scotland
• Professional and confident phone manner with excellent client service skills
• Strong, clear and concise communication skills with the ability to maintain client contact throughout the process
• Sound analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent MS office skills

• 23 days Holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays. Closing Over Christmas and New Year
• Holiday Loyalty Scheme:
  Earn an Additional 5 Days Holiday
• Buy and Sell Up to 3 Holiday Days Each Year
• Company Pension Scheme
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Industry-leading Maternity and Paternity Policies