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Job Title: Residential Conveyancing Assistant / CILEx Legal Executive
Location: Darlington (Hybrid working available, not fully remote)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Dependent on experience (DOE)

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Assistant or CILEx Legal Executive to join a busy property team. This role involves providing high-quality support to fee earners and property executives, ensuring smooth management of residential property files including purchases, sales, remortgages, and transfers of equity (both freehold and leasehold).

You will be responsible for managing client communications, conducting enquiries, preparing and checking documentation, and assisting with file progression in line with legal and firm procedures. Accuracy, efficiency, and exceptional client service are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Support fee earners with caseload management, including file maintenance and progression

Communicate with clients, solicitors, agents, and lenders professionally and promptly

Collate, send, and check documentation as part of property transactions

Handle incoming calls, post, and enquiries effectively

Verify client identification in line with Money Laundering regulations

Follow internal procedures and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Identify opportunities to cross-sell other legal services where appropriate

Skills & Experience Required:

Previous experience within residential property/conveyancing (legal department or property-related role)

CILEx or Licensed Conveyancer qualification preferred

Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email systems, and case management software

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Professional, motivated, and proactive approach

What We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate will be client-focused, proactive, and committed to delivering excellent service. You will have the confidence to raise issues appropriately, support colleagues, and contribute positively to the team environment.

Benefits:

Competitive salary (DOE)

Hybrid working flexibility

Pension contributions

Annual leave entitlement plus additional benefits for service milestones

Life assurance and employee support programs

Opportunity to participate in staff engagement and wellbeing initiatives

This is a great opportunity for an experienced conveyancing professional to join a supportive team and continue developing their career in residential property law. If this position is of interest to you and you have relevant Conveyancing experience please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Juudge