Senior Paralegal

Senior Paralegal - Residential Conveyancing
Location:
Tadley
Office Based
Contract Type:
Permanent
Salary: £32,000

Our client is a well-established legal practice with multiple offices across the south east. They're seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to join their residential conveyancing team in Tadley. If you have 3-5 years' experience in residential conveyancing and are ready to take on a more independent role supporting fee earners, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within a practice known for its friendly, approachable culture.

Position Overview

As Senior Paralegal, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality conveyancing services across freehold and leasehold transactions.

You'll work with minimal supervision on the full transaction lifecycle, from initial instruction through to completion. Your expertise will support fee earners, ensure compliance with Land Registry and AML/CQS standards, and help maintain the practice's reputation for thorough, professional service. You'll also mentor junior staff, helping them develop their skills whilst contributing ideas to improve processes and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documentation including contracts, leases and transfer documents with accuracy and attention to detail
• Conduct title checks and searches, ensuring all documentation meets Land Registry requirements
• Manage multiple conveyancing cases simultaneously, meeting deadlines and managing workload effectively
• Liaise with clients, third parties and external organisations to progress transactions smoothly
• Maintain accurate and detailed file notes and case management records throughout transactions
• Support fee earners with research, document preparation and transaction administration
• Mentor and guide junior staff, sharing knowledge and best practice
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to practice development

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in residential conveyancing
• Proven ability to support fee earners independently with minimal supervision
• Strong understanding of residential property law and the full conveyancing transaction lifecycle
• Proficiency with conveyancing case management systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all documentation
• Ability to manage multiple cases and work effectively under pressure
• Positive, proactive attitude and commitment to delivering quality service
• Knowledge of Land Registry and AML/CQS compliance requirements

Benefits

• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Death in service benefit
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Your birthday as annual leave
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• On-site parking
• Alongside this competitive benefits package, you'll join a supportive, collaborative practice where approachable values and client loyalty shape the working culture.
• You'll have genuine opportunities to develop your expertise and progress your conveyancing career within a team that invests in its people.

How to Apply

If you're looking to advance your career as a Senior Paralegal and have the experience and skills to succeed in this role, we'd like to hear from you. Please send your CV to (url removed) and a cover letter outlining your relevant conveyancing experience to our recruitment team. In your application, tell us about a conveyancing transaction you've managed independently and what you found most rewarding about the experience.