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Position: Sale and Purchase Conveyancer
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sale and Purchase Fee Earner to join a well-established and structured residential conveyancing team based on the Wirral.
This role offers hybrid working and a clear path for long-term growth within a highly supportive environment.
Location: Wirral (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £30,000 £40,000, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Role
You will be responsible for managing your own caseload of residential sale and purchase files from instruction through to post-completion.
This is a fully fee-earning position, suited to someone confident in handling files independently while being supported by a knowledgeable and experienced team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of residential sale and purchase matters from start to finish
- Maintain clear and regular communication with clients and third parties
- Ensure all work complies with relevant regulations and quality standards
- Work efficiently using a modern case management system
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years experience handling residential conveyancing files independently
- Strong working knowledge of sale and purchase transactions
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
Whats on Offer
- Salary of £30,000 £40,000 DOE
- Hybrid working (Up to 3 days working from home)
- Supportive team environment with experienced colleagues
- Well-structured department with modern systems and processes
- Opportunity to grow and develop in a stable, long-term position
I this is a role that could be of interest to you please send across your up to date CV to r.davies@clayton-legal.co.uk or call 0151 2301 208 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wirral,England
Start: 11/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-11 19:45:04
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Job Title: Conveyancing Legal Assistant
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £24,000 £31,000 (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
Our client, a well-respected and forward-thinking law firm, is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Legal Assistant to join their busy and friendly team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong conveyancing knowledge who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering excellent client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Conveyancers with managing a busy, fast-moving caseload.
- Provide administrative support to the Conveyancing team.
- Handle incoming calls and address client queries.
- Respond promptly to prospective client enquiries.
- Manage post, maintain files, and prepare contracts.
- Ensure compliance with CQS, Lexcel, AML legislation, GDPR, and KYC procedures.
- Assist with business development activities and networking.
- Undertake training and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Person Specification
- At least 3 years experience in conveyancing with knowledge of the whole client lifecycle.
- Experience using Proclaim Case Management System (training available if needed).
- Strong technical knowledge with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365; digital dictation and typing skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Team player with great customer service skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary £24,000 £31,000 (DOE).
- 25 days holiday plus public holidays (increasing with service to 30 days).
- Birthday day off
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- Optional 1 day per week home working
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- Free parking.
- Staff social and team-building events.
- Auto-enrolment workplace pension
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- Professional development and paid study leave
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- Breakfast clubs, free eye tests
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How to Apply
If youre an experienced conveyancing assistant looking for a rewarding role in a supportive environment, wed love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV or call Rebecca on 0151 2301 208 to discuss further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 11/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £31000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-11 19:44:04
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Senior Legal Adviser
Permanent
Full time
Home based - occasional attendance at South or Midlands offices (Bristol / Hook / Birmingham) (1 day pw)
Competitive salaries and excellent benefits including up to one day's paid leave each year to undertake volunteering opportunities
Make UK is the UK's leading trade body for the manufacturing and engineering sector.
Collectively we represent 20,000 companies of all sizes, from start-ups to multinationals, across engineering, manufacturing, technology and the wider industrial sector.
We provide a complete range of employment law advice, training, and HR services, working closely with our members to deliver tailored consultancy support that meets their specific business needs.
With nearly 130 years of experience, we have been supporting businesses by staying at the forefront of employment law and HR best practices.
Our consultants bring senior and executive legal and HR experience from diverse industries.
They offer best practice solutions backed by commercial insight gained from years in both private and public sectors.
We are seeking an Employment Lawyer to join us a Senior Legal Adviser in the South of England, working with a portfolio of clients to offer pragmatic consultancy in a range of employment enquiries.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive and timely employment law and employee relations advice via in-person meetings, phone calls (including the National Advice Line), and written correspondence.
Manage employment litigation in the Employment Tribunal from start to finish, including advocacy (with training available).
Draft and scrutinize contracts of employment, policies, procedures, and other employment-related documents.
Present engaging seminars on employment law and employee relations topics.
Maintain a high standard of professional knowledge through continuous research and training.
Ensure compliance with office procedures for work coordination and monitoring.
Assist the Head of HR & Legal as required.
Collaborate with other business units to support member recruitment and retention.
Identify opportunities for additional fee-paying work for Make UK and assist in their procurement.
Undertake other relevant tasks to achieve the overall objectives of Make UK.
Qualifications & Experience:
Substantial PQE in employment law.
Experience advising clients on employment law, employee relations, and HR matters.
Proven track record in handling tribunal cases with minimal supervision.
Advocacy experience in Employment Tribunals is an advantage.
Skills:
Ability to provide practical, commercial employment law advice.
Strong analytical skills to explain complex issues clearly and succinctly.
Ability to put clients at ease and build rapport.
Resilience under pressure and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent negotiation skills and teamwork capabilities.
Business and Industry Knowledge:
Familiarity with the manufacturing sector is advantageous.
Experience with trade unions is a plus.
Proficient in time and advice recording.
With over 125 years of experience, Make UK is a leading provider of essential business support and a champion for manufacturing industry in the UK.
Make UK has the close ear of Government and is a trusted provider of essential services for world leading manufacturing companies across the country.
Everything we do is designed to inspire British manufacturers to compete, innovate and grow.
Make UK staff enjoy a good benefits package and values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Benefits to include, but not limited to: Free parking, meal service on site, no bank holiday/weekend work, flexible hours, health cover, matched pension contributions up to 8%, and life assurance.
We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces Community and we recognise the contribution that Service personnel, both regular and reservist, veterans and military families make to our organisation and have pledged to support this by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Our Values at Make UK: Inclusivity & Diversity, Integrity, Innovation, & Collaboration ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2025-12-11 15:56:17
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Senior Legal Adviser
Permanent
Full time
Home based - occasional attendance at South or Midlands offices (Bristol / Hook / Birmingham) (1 day pw)
Competitive salaries and excellent benefits including up to one day's paid leave each year to undertake volunteering opportunities
https://www.makeuk.org/
Make UK is the UK's leading trade body for the manufacturing and engineering sector.
Collectively we represent 20,000 companies of all sizes, from start-ups to multinationals, across engineering, manufacturing, technology and the wider industrial sector.
We provide a complete range of employment law advice, training, and HR services, working closely with our members to deliver tailored consultancy support that meets their specific business needs.
With nearly 130 years of experience, we have been supporting businesses by staying at the forefront of employment law and HR best practices.
Our consultants bring senior and executive legal and HR experience from diverse industries.
They offer best practice solutions backed by commercial insight gained from years in both private and public sectors.
We are seeking an Employment Lawyer to join us a Senior Legal Adviser in the South of England, working with a portfolio of clients to offer pragmatic consultancy in a range of employment enquiries.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive and timely employment law and employee relations advice via in-person meetings, phone calls (including the National Advice Line), and written correspondence.
Manage employment litigation in the Employment Tribunal from start to finish, including advocacy (with training available).
Draft and scrutinize contracts of employment, policies, procedures, and other employment-related documents.
Present engaging seminars on employment law and employee relations topics.
Maintain a high standard of professional knowledge through continuous research and training.
Ensure compliance with office procedures for work coordination and monitoring.
Assist the Head of HR & Legal as required.
Collaborate with other business units to support member recruitment and retention.
Identify opportunities for additional fee-paying work for Make UK and assist in their procurement.
Undertake other relevant tasks to achieve the overall objectives of Make UK.
Qualifications & Experience:
Substantial PQE in employment law.
Experience advising clients on employment law, employee relations, and HR matters.
Proven track record in handling tribunal cases with minimal supervision.
Advocacy experience in Employment Tribunals is an advantage.
Skills:
Ability to provide practical, commercial employment law advice.
Strong analytical skills to explain complex issues clearly and succinctly.
Ability to put clients at ease and build rapport.
Resilience under pressure and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent negotiation skills and teamwork capabilities.
Business and Industry Knowledge:
Familiarity with the manufacturing sector is advantageous.
Experience with trade unions is a plus.
Proficient in time and advice recording.
With over 125 years of experience, Make UK is a leading provider of essential business support and a champion for manufacturing industry in the UK.
Make UK has the close ear of Government and is a trusted provider of essential services for world leading manufacturing companies across the country.
Everything we do is designed to inspire British manufacturers to compete, innovate and grow.
Make UK staff enjoy a good benefits package and values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Benefits to include, but not limited to: Free parking, meal service on site, no bank holiday/weekend work, flexible hours, health cover, matched pension contributions up to 8%, and life assurance.
We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces Community and we recognise the contribution that Service personnel, both regular and reservist, veterans and military families make to our organisation and have pledged to support this by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Our Values at Make UK: Inclusivity & Diversity, Integrity, Innovation, & Collaboration ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2025-12-11 15:55:08
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CONVEYANCING ASSISTANT MANCHESTER UPTO £45,000 + GREAT BENEFITS & CULTUREGet Recruited are working with an award-winning multi-office practice which provide multiple services to their clients across the UK.
They are now on the lookout for a Conveyancing Fee Earner/Assistant to join their growing team! This is a very exciting time to join, they have invested in their training and development programmes, with a mixture of traditional values with a modern and fresh approach, they have won lots of awards and are a stand-out law firm in the legal market.You will be:
Assisting and building on your own case load within residential property
Taking instructions on new enquiries
Providing advice and handling cases as part of a team and individually
Building relationships with clients and contacts
Prepare contracts and correspondence
Use case management systems to produce legal documents
Identify new opportunities
THE PERSON:
Must have at least 3 years' experience working within property
Ideally will be qualified
Excellent organisation, presentation, and communication skills
Strong academic record
BENEFITS:
Death in service policy
Additional days leave for your birthday each year
Pension
Training and progression
Holidays plus Bank Holidays
By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website).
Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000.00 per annum + Progression + Benefits
Posted: 2025-12-11 12:32:41
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Head of Private Client - Leading Liverpool Firm - Hybrid / Flexible working
Are you an ambitious Private Client Solicitor / Fee Earner looking for your next leadership opportunity? Our client, a prestigious Liverpool-based firm known for its collaborative culture and commitment to flexible working, is seeking a Head of Private Client to lead and grow their department while continuing to manage a high-quality private client caseload.
About the Role:
As Head of Private Client, you will:
- Lead and develop a talented team, shaping the strategy and direction of the department
- Mentor and support fee earners to ensure the highest standards of client service
- Manage your own private client caseload, including wills, probate, estate planning, and trust work
- Help grow the team and identify opportunities for business development
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will have the opportunity to make a real impact both on your own cases and on the wider department.
The Firm:
- Leading Liverpool-based firm with a strong reputation
- Supportive culture with genuine flexibility in working arrangements
- Investment in career progression and team development
The Candidate:
- Experienced Private Client lawyer with leadership experience
- Strong commercial acumen and a track record of managing and developing a team
- Motivated to grow and develop a department while maintaining a hands-on caseload
This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that values both professional excellence and work-life balance, offering flexibility while providing a platform to shape the future of the Private Client team.
Apply now to take the next step in your career and make a real impact. Please give Justine a call on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Allerton,England
Start: 11/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-12-11 11:29:04
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A well-established and reputable firm in St Helens is looking to appoint an experienced Private Client Solicitor, Fee Earner or STEP-qualified practitioner (or someone working towards STEP).
This role is ideal for someone confident with complex estates, comfortable working autonomously, and keen to support junior colleagues as the team continues to grow.
Youll manage a varied caseload across probate, estate administration, wills, trusts and wider lifetime planning.
This includes handling matters from initial instruction through to distribution, often involving more technical issues such as tax, agricultural or business relief, foreign assets and intestacy.
Youll provide clear advice to executors, trustees and beneficiaries, prepare estate accounts, and liaise with HMRC and other professionals throughout the process.
Youll also draft Wills, Codicils, Letters of Wishes and Deeds of Variation, advise on inheritance tax strategies, and prepare LPAs and Court of Protection applications.
Supporting elderly and vulnerable clients with sensitivity is an important part of the role.
Strong compliance awareness is essential, ensuring all files meet SRA and AML standards while maintaining excellent client care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing your own caseload of probate and estate administration matters
- Preparing Probate and Letters of Administration applications
- Drafting Wills and associated documents
- Advising on inheritance tax mitigation and estate planning
- Preparing and registering LPAs and deputyship applications
- Liaising with HMRC, financial institutions and other third parties
- Supervising and mentoring junior staff where required
Youll ideally bring at least 3 years PQE in Private Client or be fully/part-qualified with STEP.
You should have strong experience handling complex estates and trusts work, excellent drafting skills and the ability to manage your workload independently.
A compassionate, professional approach to sensitive client matters is key.
Desirable experience:
- STEP qualification (full or ongoing)
- Trust tax returns and ongoing compliance
- Experience with estates involving foreign assets
- Exposure to contentious probate (non-essential)
Whats on Offer
The role offers a competitive salary dependent on experience, hybrid working after probation, and clear opportunities for progression within a supportive and collaborative team.
Youll have access to ongoing professional development, including STEP support where applicable, as well as specialist conferences and webinars.
Additional benefits include:
- Free onsite parking
- Company pension scheme
- Friendly, down-to-earth team culture
If youre looking for a role that offers autonomy, genuine progression and long-term prospects, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your Private Client career. Please call Justine on 0161 914 7357 for a confidential chat or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Clock Face,England
Start: 11/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-11 10:30:06
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Experienced Conveyancer / Non-Case-Carrying Role (Hybrid Stockport)
Our client, a busy and growing property team based in central Stockport, is seeking an experienced Conveyancer to join in a non-case-carrying role.
This is a great opportunity to step away from fee-earning while still using your expertise to support high-quality residential property work.
The Role:
- Provide technical and legal support to Property Lawyers across a variety of transactions, including freehold, leasehold, shared ownership, and new build.
- Assist with complex approvals, post-completion matters, and maintain file momentum during peak periods.
- Draft documents, liaise with third parties, and ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Support departmental efficiency and contribute to smooth operations.
Requirements:
- Experience in residential conveyancing, including leasehold, shared ownership, and new build properties.
- Understanding of the Building Safety Act.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and team-oriented.
Whats on Offer:
- Full-time, permanent role (MondayFriday) with hybrid working (minimum 2 days in-office)
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + birthday off
- Moving days off, free conveyancing legal fees, staff discounts, volunteering opportunities, and referral bonuses
If youre looking for a role where your expertise is valued, and you can support a thriving property team while enjoying flexible working, this is an excellent opportunity.
Apply now for a confidential conversation about this client role. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stockport,England
Start: 11/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-11 09:22:04
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* Residential Conveyancer - Manchester
This long established multi service legal firm with offices throughout Lancashire seek to employ an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to join their office in Central Manchester.
This Conveyancing Fee Earner role will involve handling your own diverse caseload of around 70 - 80 Residential Conveyancing files from inception through to completion dealing with various property types such as; Freehold & Leasehold, New Build, Unregistered Properties.
The caseload will involve covering; Sales & Purchases, Re-mortgages and Buy to Let.
The Ideal Conveyancing Fee Earner will possess a minimum of 5 Years experience of handling your own Residential Conveyancing caseload and be able to demonstrate excellent technical knowledge working with general Conveyancing transactions from start to post completion.
The salary on offer for this Conveyancing Fee Earner role with be up to £45k with a 25 days holiday per year (increasing with length of service)+ bank holidays + birthday off, Life assurance, Salary exchange pension scheme, Dress for your day policy, Employee Assistance Programme, Hybrid working & more!
This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic firm who offer back great benefits.
If you are interested in this role, please send a copy of your CV to Tracy at t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk or alternatively you can call on 01619147357
Additionally, refer a friend or colleague to us and receive £500 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a new career.
Terms apply
At Clayton Legal we passionately believe your talent matters, so we specialise in recruiting the best legal talent and connecting this to the right opportunities.
Clayton Legal is recognised as the talent partner of choice with clients ranging from small legal practices to international and global law firms.
Whether you're looking for total recruitment outsourcing or a single appointment, or an overview of the recruitment market our award recognised service can confidently meet your talent needs. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 11/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-11 09:21:09
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Im working with a well-established and highly reputable law firm in Keighley thats looking to bring in a sole Legal Cashier to manage both the client and office accounts.
Youll be stepping into a friendly, close-knit team led by two Partners, with support from an external accountant who handles payroll, year-end consolidation and other wider accounting duties.
This role is very much a full-spectrum Legal Cashier position, covering everything from day-to-day ledger work through to VAT returns.
What the role involves:
- Managing all client and office account transactions
- Ensuring compliance with SAR and internal financial procedures
- Handling disbursements, billing and banking
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Working closely with the Partners and liaising with the external accountant as needed
What theyre offering:
- Hours: 8:30am - 5pm, Monday to Friday (1-hour lunch)
- 23 days holiday + bank holidays
- Extra paid time off between Christmas and New Year
- A supportive and stable working environment within a respected specialist firm
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, takes pride in running a smooth and compliant accounts function, and prefers being fully on-site as part of the team. If you'd like to know more or want a confidential chat, please email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk or please call Justine on 0161 914 7357. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Ingrow,England
Start: 10/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £30000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-10 14:20:06
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Clayton Legal are proud to bring to you a role based in Hale working for a long established, successful, and growing high street Law firm with a strong emphasis on Property related work.
Due to the reputation and demands of residential property, this growing firm has an immediate start available for a Residential Conveyancer to join their team.
This could be Fully Remote or Hybrid.
On a day-to-day basis this Residential Conveyancer role will consist of dealing with sales and purchases including new builds and flats from initiation to completion, managing a caseload of residential matters.
The ideal candidate will have had previous experience within a Residential Conveyancer role, handling their own caseload from start to finish.
Any experience dealing with a freehold, leasehold, registered and unregistered titles is desirable.
In addition, the successful candidate can expect a salary ranging from £30,000-£50,000 dependent on experience and offers a Fully remote or Hybrid working model.
To apply for this role or to discuss further please contact Tracy Carlisle on 0161 9147 357 or t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hale,England
Start: 10/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-10 09:40:06
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Are you looking to develop your Private Client career within a respected, people-focused law firm? Our client is proud of its strong local roots and continues to serve the community and surrounding areas with a professional, caring and personal approach as it has done for over 40 years.
You will be joining a friendly and collaborative team in their Dorking office, where your development is genuinely encouraged and success is recognised.
The Role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and detail-oriented Private Client Paralegal with broad experience across Wills, LPAs, Probate and Estate Administration.
Working closely with a fee earner, you will support clients through sensitive and often complex matters, while maintaining the firms high standards of service and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting Wills, LPAs and Probate applications
- Assisting with Estate Administration and maintaining accurate, compliant estate accounts
- Liaising with asset providers to ensure matters progress efficiently
- Conducting KYC/AML checks and ensuring full SRA compliance
- Attending client meetings, preparing clear attendance notes and providing regular client updates
Whats on Offer
- Competitive salary
- A supportive, inclusive working environment
- Ongoing training, development and genuine progression opportunities
If you are proactive, organised and passionate about delivering outstanding client care, this is an excellent next step with a firm that truly values its people. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Dorking,England
Start: 09/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive DOE
Posted: 2025-12-09 17:00:08
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Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer Hours: Full-time, MondayFriday, 9:00am5:00pm
Qualifications:
- Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years experience managing a full residential conveyancing caseload.
Salary:
- £30,000 £50,000, depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle residential conveyancing matters from initial quotation through to completion and registration, including:
- Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
- Re-mortgages and transfers of equity
- Shared ownership, new build, and unregistered properties
- Provide clear, practical legal advice at each stage of the transaction.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, lenders, agents, solicitors and other stakeholders.
- Prepare, review and manage legal documentation.
- Collaborate with colleagues and support departmental supervision, mentoring where appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, firm procedures and best practice guidelines.
Skills & Competencies The successful candidate will:
- Have a thorough understanding of the conveyancing process and the Law Society Conveyancing Protocol.
- Work independently in a high-volume environment without compromising on quality.
- Demonstrate strong communication skills with a professional and personable approach.
- Manage deadlines efficiently with excellent organisational abilities.
- Operate as a team player with a proactive, self-motivated work ethic.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
If you are interested in the above Conveyancing role, please call Sam on 01213681833 or forward your most recent CV to s.oliver@clayton-legal.co.uk.
Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in house departments across the UK.
Our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience.
You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success.
Take a look at our website www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Derby,England
Start: 09/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-09 16:06:03
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CONVEYANCING ASSISTANT MANCHESTER UPTO £45,000 + GREAT BENEFITS & CULTUREGet Recruited are working with an award-winning multi-office practice which provide multiple services to their clients across the UK.
They are now on the lookout for a Conveyancing Fee Earner/Assistant to join their growing team! This is a very exciting time to join, they have invested in their training and development programmes, with a mixture of traditional values with a modern and fresh approach, they have won lots of awards and are a stand-out law firm in the legal market.You will be:
Assisting and building on your own case load within residential property
Taking instructions on new enquiries
Providing advice and handling cases as part of a team and individually
Building relationships with clients and contacts
Prepare contracts and correspondence
Use case management systems to produce legal documents
Identify new opportunities
THE PERSON:
Must have at least 3 years' experience working within property
Ideally will be qualified
Excellent organisation, presentation, and communication skills
Strong academic record
BENEFITS:
Death in service policy
Additional days leave for your birthday each year
Pension
Training and progression
Holidays plus Bank Holidays
By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website).
Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Oldham, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000.00 per annum + Progression + Benefits
Posted: 2025-12-09 12:33:10
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We are recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Private Client Fee Earner to join a leading law firm in Birkenhead, specialising in Wills, Trusts, and Probate.
This role is integral to managing a full caseload that encompasses a wide range of responsibilities.
The successful candidate could be a very experienced Paralegal, or a Legal Executive / Solicitor and will handle all aspects of probate, will drafting, tax planning, estate administration, and Powers of Attorney.
Additionally, you will provide advice on various trusts, including lifetime trusts, will trusts, and elderly client trusts.
This includes drafting, administration, and addressing taxation issues.
The role requires the ability to independently conduct and manage all aspects of a caseload, making informed decisions that require sound judgment.
While the firms standard supervision system will be in place, additional guidance will be available for key case decisions.
Candidates must possess an excellent knowledge of private client law across wills, trusts, and probate.
The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience across this area of law and be able to demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
This position offers a challenging and rewarding role in a supportive environment.
If you are looking for a new challenge within Private Client and looking for hybrid / agile working, please send your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Justine on 0161 914 7357
Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and In House departments across the UK.
Based in the North West, our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience.
You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success.
Take a look at our web site www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Seacombe,England
Start: 09/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-12-09 12:27:04
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We are currently recruiting for a skilled Residential Conveyancer to join a busy and supportive team for one of our clients in Nelson. The ideal candidate will have experience running their own caseload and be confident handling a wide range of residential conveyancing matters from start to finish.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that values client care, professional growth, and work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a full caseload of residential property transactions, including freehold, leasehold, remortgages, new builds, shared ownership, and transfer of equity
- Handle transactions from instruction to completion, including drafting contracts, exchanging contracts, and post-completion work
- Communicate regularly with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, and other third parties
- Supervise and delegate work to legal assistants and junior team members as needed
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and AML requirements
- Identify and manage legal risks and escalate complex matters where appropriate
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files using the case management system
- Provide fee estimates and manage billing in line with firm policy
What Were Looking For:
- Proven experience in residential conveyancing (minimum 12 years running your own caseload preferred)
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of SRA, AML, and conveyancing compliance standards
- Experience with case management systems (desirable)
Apply Today:
If you're a proactive, client-focused conveyancer looking for your next opportunity, wed love to hear from you.
please send your CV to t.carlsile@clayton-legal.co.uk or contact me on 0161 9147 357 for a confidential discussion.
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Type: Permanent Location: Nelson,England
Start: 09/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-09 10:02:07
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Are you ready to take the next step in your Private Client career? Our client, a respected law firm thats been established for over 200 years, offering the best legal advice and legal services in Dorset and the South West, is seeking a dedicated Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their supportive team in Bridport.
This is a fantastic opportunity to handle a varied caseload, contribute to practice development, and enjoy genuine flexibility in a collaborative environment.
With opportunity for progression, including supervisory responsibilities, the firm has a variety of great benefits that include:
- 25 days annual leave
- Extra day off for your birthday
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Private health insurance (after probation).
- Flexible, collaborative working environment incl hybrid.
- Regular social events including summer and Christmas celebrations.
What youll be doing:
- Running a broad mix of Private Client matters with competence and efficiency, including wills, probate, LPAs, and estate administration.
- Providing excellent client care from first enquiry to case conclusion, including clear advice on costs, funding, and data protection requirements.
- Maintaining effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and third parties, ensuring cases progress smoothly.
- Supervising and supporting junior fee earners and support staff (as agreed with the Head of Department).
- Keeping well-structured files, accurate records, and complying with SRA professional standards.
- Actively contributing to the departments growth through business development, networking, and knowledge sharing.
The ideal Private Client Lawyer will:
- Be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (ideally 3 years PQE), but with solid Private Client experience.
- Have strong client care skills and the ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
- Have a proactive approach to practice development and maintaining the firms excellent reputation.
- Have organisational skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage a busy caseload.
This role offers not just a busy and rewarding caseload, but also the opportunity to develop your career, contribute to supervision, and play a key role in the continued success of the Private Client department. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bridport,England
Start: 09/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Excellent & bens incl. above ave holidays and hybrid
Posted: 2025-12-09 08:41:03
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£26,000 - £28,000 + Exceptional Training Contract PathwayAre you passionate about medical law and looking for a rare, structured route into a training contract? Do you want to work with one of the most respected healthcare legal teams outside London, gaining experience that is highly valued across the legal sector? If so, this is an outstanding opportunity to launch your legal career.A leading Guildford-based firm is seeking two ambitious Healthcare Paralegals to join it's exceptionally well regards Health & Social Care, Pharmacy, and Healthcare Regulation teams.
These are urgent hires, with start dates available as soon as early in the new year.This is also a team where paralegals don't just do admin.
You'll gain hands-on exposure to fascinating healthcare and regulatory matters, building the foundation for a successful legal career.
Most importantly, these 12-month roles offer a clear and genuine pathway to a training contract.Key Responsibilities
Join a high-performing team supporting lawyers on a broad mix of clinical negligence, regulatory and professional discipline matters.
Preparing court bundles, documents and forms
File opening, conflict checks and archiving
Drafting letters and emails
Managing diaries, organising meetings and distributing post
Supporting billing, timesheets and administrative processes
As you develop, you'll quickly progress to fee-earning tasks such as:
Reviewing and summarising medical records and expert reports
Drafting substantive correspondence
Conducting legal research and preparing articles
Instructing experts and counsel
Supporting partners and senior fee-earners on complex cases
This is one of the few paralegal roles where you can genuinely build specialist expertise while preparing for a future training contract.
Successful paralegals will be considered for a training contract, rotating through traditional seats across the firm.
Paralegal now.
Trainee solicitor next.Skills & Experience
SQE1 minimum (SQE2 or completed LPC strongly preferred)
Essential motivation:
A genuine passion for medical law / healthcare.
This is the key selection factor.
Highly valued experience (not essential):
Work in a hospital or healthcare environment
A science or medical undergraduate degree with a law conversion
Pro bono, charity or advocacy work
Experience supporting vulnerable groups or community organisations
Evidence of going “above and beyond” - commitment and service matter here
Not required:
Prior paralegal experience
Litigation experience
In addition to the above, a third role is also available for a Residential Property Paralegal.
This has a lower barrier to entry and suits bright, organised candidates looking to build a legal career. Full details available on request.If you're ambitious, passionate about healthcare law and ready to take the first major step toward qualification, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Guildford, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £26000 - £28000 per annum + Exceptional Training Contract Pathway
Posted: 2025-12-08 17:17:56
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Legal Practice Assistant Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.Location: Upper Poppleton, York.
This is a full-time office-based role.
MUST LIVE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE TO YORK YO26Salary: £28,000.00 per annum + benefitsTorque Law is a specialist employment law practice based just outside York, named Niche Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Yorkshire Legal Awards and Featured in the Times Best Law Firms List 2025, the firm was established by Tiggy Clifford and Emma Whiting in 2016. Now a 15-strong team, we offer HR legal advice to employers and senior executives, advise on settlement agreements and business immigration and provide employment law training.We are seeking a full-time Legal Practice Assistant to join our busy team and provide essential administrative support.
This role is integral to ensuring smooth operations and delivering excellent client service.Core responsibilities: Providing support to Partners, Fee Earners, and the Practice Manager across a wide range of business and legal administrative activities.
This includes assistance with client matters as well as practice-related tasks to ensure the smooth running of the office.
This diverse role encompasses a wide variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to:Administration
Administration on legal matters: scanning, reviewing and collating documents, preparing bundles of documents.Answer and direct phone calls professionally and efficiently.New client/matter administration: compliance checks, engagement letters, preparing advice notes, file closure paperwork and archiving, general file administration.Assist with the preparation of bills.General office administration and assistance.
Marketing & Events
Create engaging content for social media, newsletters, and promotional materials.Prepare and send mailers to clients and subscribers.Assist with basic marketing tasks, including updating content and supporting promotional initiatives.Assistance with event preparation: PowerPoint presentations, printing handouts, name badges and other literature.
Skills/KnowledgeEssential
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.Good working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Capable of working effectively as part of a team and independently when needed.Ability to work with high standards of accuracy and use own initiative.Willingness to undertake all relevant training.
Desirable
Working knowledge of MS Forms, Canva, Mailchimp and Wordpress.Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment.Familiarity with case management systems - you will receive training on our case management system (Leap).
Interested? Please apply with your updated CV. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy.
You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Upper Poppleton, North Yorkshire, England
Start: Negotiable
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £28k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-12-08 10:50:40
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Legal Practice Assistant Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.Location: Upper Poppleton, York.
This is a full-time office-based role.
MUST LIVE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE TO YORK YO26Salary: £28,000.00 per annum + benefitsTorque Law is a specialist employment law practice based just outside York, named Niche Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Yorkshire Legal Awards and Featured in the Times Best Law Firms List 2025, the firm was established by Tiggy Clifford and Emma Whiting in 2016. Now a 15-strong team, we offer HR legal advice to employers and senior executives, advise on settlement agreements and business immigration and provide employment law training.We are seeking a full-time Legal Practice Assistant to join our busy team and provide essential administrative support.
This role is integral to ensuring smooth operations and delivering excellent client service.Core responsibilities: Providing support to Partners, Fee Earners, and the Practice Manager across a wide range of business and legal administrative activities.
This includes assistance with client matters as well as practice-related tasks to ensure the smooth running of the office.
This diverse role encompasses a wide variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to:Administration
Administration on legal matters: scanning, reviewing and collating documents, preparing bundles of documents.Answer and direct phone calls professionally and efficiently.New client/matter administration: compliance checks, engagement letters, preparing advice notes, file closure paperwork and archiving, general file administration.Assist with the preparation of bills.General office administration and assistance.
Marketing & Events
Create engaging content for social media, newsletters, and promotional materials.Prepare and send mailers to clients and subscribers.Assist with basic marketing tasks, including updating content and supporting promotional initiatives.Assistance with event preparation: PowerPoint presentations, printing handouts, name badges and other literature.
Skills/KnowledgeEssential
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.Good working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Capable of working effectively as part of a team and independently when needed.Ability to work with high standards of accuracy and use own initiative.Willingness to undertake all relevant training.
Desirable
Working knowledge of MS Forms, Canva, Mailchimp and Wordpress.Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment.Familiarity with case management systems - you will receive training on our case management system (Leap).
Interested? Please apply with your updated CV. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy.
You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Upper Poppleton, North Yorkshire, England
Start: Negotiable
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £28k per year + Benefits
Posted: 2025-12-08 10:48:37
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A well-regarded, friendly law firm based in the Liverpool area is seeking a committed Family Solicitor to join their team.
This is an opportunity to work closely with an experienced Head of Department, within a supportive environment where client care and professional development genuinely matter.
Youll be part of a team that values collaboration and clear communication, and where your contribution will be recognised.
The role will involve managing a varied caseload across both private and public Family and Children Law matters.
Youll advise clients on a range of issues including divorce, child arrangements, domestic abuse and non-molestation matters.
Confidence in handling your own files and communicating sensitively is important, as is the ability to stay organised in a busy working environment.
Experience of Legal Aid and CCMS applications would be very useful, and advocacy experience is welcomed (though not essential).
Panel membership, or working towards it, would be viewed positively, and having your own referral network would be a bonus.
Above all, the firm is looking for someone who brings a genuine passion for Family Law and a constructive, positive approach to their work.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Managing private and public Family Law matters from file opening through to completion
- Preparing and submitting Legal Aid applications and amendments
- Drafting court applications, legal correspondence and key case documentation
- Attending court hearings and off-site appointments when required
- Working with clients in what are often emotional and sensitive situations, ensuring the highest levels of client care
- Supporting junior members of the team and contributing to a knowledge-sharing culture
You will also be encouraged to play an active role in business development.
This could include building relationships with local organisations, networking, or contributing to the visibility of the department more generally.
Keeping up to date with legal developments and ensuring best practice is followed will also be an important part of the role.
On offer is a competitive salary and the following benefits:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with length of service (up to 30 days)
- Additional birthday leave
- Optional one day per week home working
- Free parking on-site
- Annual practising certificate paid
- Training, webinars and genuine career progression support
- Regular staff social events and breakfast clubs
- Workplace pension and free eye tests
This is a meaningful, client-facing role where you will have the support to develop your skills further while working within a grounded, approachable team.
Please call Justine now on 0161 914 7357 for a confidential and informal discussion or please email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 08/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-12-08 08:22:28
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A forward-thinking law firm in Chester is looking to welcome a Wills & Probate Solicitor to its growing Private Client team.
This is an opportunity to join a practice where collaboration, transparency, and shared success arent just buzzwords theyre genuinely lived values.
Here, every member of the team is an equal stakeholder in the firms future.
Your ideas will be heard, your contribution will be recognised, and the work you do will genuinely make an impact.
The Role
This position offers the chance to help shape the future direction of a developing Wills & Probate department.
Youll manage your own varied caseload, supporting clients through some of lifes most sensitive moments with empathy and clear, practical advice. Youll be encouraged to contribute to departmental growth, take part in strategic discussions, and play an active role in maintaining strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Managing a mixed caseload of Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration matters from instruction to completion
- Drafting and reviewing Wills, LPAs, and related documents
- Advising clients on estate planning, inheritance and related matters
- Building and maintaining strong, meaningful client relationships
- Taking part in business development and wider firm initiatives
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm
What theyre looking for:
- A qualified Solicitor or Fee Earner with experience in Wills & Probate
- A compassionate, client-focused approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset
- Ability to manage files independently where appropriate
- A team player who values shared success
- Familiarity with case management systems is beneficial (Leap experience is a plus, not essential)
Whats on Offer:
This firm places real emphasis on wellbeing, personal growth, and shared reward.
Benefits include:
- Profit Share after 6 months reflecting the employee-owned structure
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to carry forward unused leave
- 3 additional days leave over Christmas when the office closes
- Health & Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, health plan, onsite gym and classes
- Funded professional development, study leave, and clear progression pathways
- Company pension
- Generous discounts on legal services
- A sociable, supportive environment including quarterly socials and a fully funded Christmas party
If youre a personable, motivated Private Client Solicitor looking for a role where your voice is valued and your work truly matters, please get in touch to find out more and speak to Justine on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Chester,England
Start: 08/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-12-08 08:20:06
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A well-established law firm, with roots dating back to the 1800s, is entering an exciting new chapter of growth and modernisation.
With significant investment underway across systems, working practices, and offices, the firm remains firmly committed to its core valuesdelivering a truly personal and premium service to every client.
Working closely with the Head of Department/Partner, and with experienced Private Client/Family paralegals assisting, the department is now seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to take ownership of a varied caseload covering:
- Wills
- Probate
- Inheritance Tax and Estate Planning
- Estate Administration
- Trusts
- Lasting Powers of Attorney
- Court of Protection matters
You will ideally have:
- A minimum of 3 years PQE in Private Client law
- Proven ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive and client-focused approach
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious legal professional seeking a fresh start within a progressive and supportive firm.
As part of a business committed to cultural transformation and employee wellbeing, the successful candidate will play a key role in its future development.
With growth firmly on the horizon, this role offers genuine prospects for progression, leadership, and influence as the firm moves into its next phase. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Warrington,England
Start: 08/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Excellent package & hybrid if wanted
Posted: 2025-12-08 08:20:05
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An established North West law firm - now part of a respected national group - is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join its expanding team in Wigan.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor operating at Associate or Senior Associate level to join a firm that combines strong local relationships with the backing and resources of a wider network.
Following a recent merger in the area, the firm has strengthened its presence in Wigan and continues to grow its reputation for providing clear, compassionate advice across all aspects of family law.
The role:
Youll manage a varied caseload covering:
- Divorce and separation
- Financial settlements, including high-value and business-related assets
- Child arrangements and parental disputes
- Domestic abuse and protective orders
- Prenuptial and cohabitation agreements
This is a role where youll be encouraged to take ownership of your work, help shape the teams direction locally, and contribute to the wider development of the firms family law offering.
What makes this opportunity stand out:
- Genuine career progression within a growing, well-resourced group
- A collaborative, supportive culture that values balance and wellbeing
- Investment in personal development, technology, and flexible working
- The chance to be part of a team that combines professionalism with a down-to-earth approach
What were looking for:
- A minimum of 4 years PQE in family law
- Strong technical ability and client-handling skills
- Experience with complex financial matters and high-net-worth clients
- A proactive, empathetic, and commercially minded approach
If youre looking to make your mark in a forward-thinking firm with real roots in Wigan and the North West, this is an excellent next step. Please give Justine a call on 0161 914 7357 or send your current CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wigan,England
Start: 08/12/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-12-08 08:19:04
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The Role An established and supportive law firm is seeking a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor with around 3 years PQE to join its busy property team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident conveyancer to manage a steady caseload with full administrative and post-completion support.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of approximately 25 residential conveyancing files per month
- Handling freehold and leasehold sale and purchase transactions from instruction through to completion
- Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other third parties
- Drafting and reviewing contracts, title documents, and reports
- Ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining high service standards
- Providing clear updates and advice throughout the transaction lifecycle
Support Structure You will benefit from a fully supported team environment, including:
- New business team to open and allocate files
- Administrative assistant
- Post-completions department handling registrations and SDLT
- Paralegal assistance with day-to-day file progression
This structure ensures fee earners are able to focus on client service and technical work rather than admin.
Requirements
- Approximately 3 years PQE in residential conveyancing
- Proven ability to manage a full conveyancing caseload
- Strong communication skills and client-focused approach
- Ability to work efficiently and independently within a team-focused department
Benefits
- Competitive salary £30,000 £40,000 depending on experience
- Onsite parking
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas office closure
- Full secretarial and post-completions support
- Friendly, collaborative working culture
If you are interested in the above Residential Conveyancing Solicitor role, please call Sam Oliver on 0121 368 1833 or forward your most recent CV to s.oliver@clayton-legal.co.uk.
Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in house departments across the UK.
Our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience.
You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success.
Take a look at our website www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Sutton Coldfield,England
Start: 05/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-05 14:28:04
