London Paralegal / Conveyancer - Leading 500 Law Firm - Career Growth

Are you an ambitious Paralegal or Conveyancer looking to take the next step in your career with one of the UK s leading property law firms?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a top-ranked, fast-growing practice renowned for excellence, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to client care.

Based in London, you ll become part of a collaborative, supportive team that puts people first - where your expertise is valued, your development is invested in, and your contribution genuinely matters.

If you re passionate about conveyancing and eager to make an impact from day one, this could be the perfect next move.

The Role at a Glance:
Paralegal/Conveyancer
London - Onsite
Competitive salary with annual review and performance-based bonus
Plus Extensive Benefits Including Life Assurance, Employer Pension Contribution, 24/7 Medical Advice and Mental Health Support Access and More

Culture: Working Together, Supporting Each Other, Inspiring Each Other, Motivating Each Other
Values: Be True, People Matter, Be Passionate, Focus on Success
Company: Leading Property Law Firm ( in the Country) The Leading 500 (Leading Firm)

Your Skills: Minimum of 1 year experience in Conveyancing, specifically working with London properties (leasehold mainly).

About us:

Gilson Gray LLP is a full-service law firm delivering expert legal, property, and financial services that support clients at every stage of life. Our Conveyancing team brings decades of experience across all transaction types, providing clear guidance and confident solutions in every scenario.

With offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, North Berwick, Lincoln, and London, we re committed to delivering exceptional advice and an outstanding client experience.

We re growing fast and have expanded significantly over the past year. Despite our scale, we pride ourselves on personal service and the highest professional standards.

This role is based in our London office.

At Gilson Gray, people come first. We invest in firm-wide wellbeing days and host an annual summer party in Rutland Square for colleagues and their families.

Our vision is bold: to be the best by applying insightful, imaginative thinking - challenging convention, looking beyond the obvious, and building genuine connections.

The Paralegal/Conveyancer Opportunity:

We are looking to further strengthen our team with the appointment of an experienced candidate. What makes this role particularly exciting is the opportunity to gain hands-on experience from day one.

In this position, you will play an active part in managing a wide range of property transactions from initial instruction through to post-completion. Your day-to-day work will involve regular communication with clients, referrers, and third-party professionals, whether by phone, email, or in person.

You ll also support the smooth progression of matters by maintaining our case management system, preparing quotes and instruction letters, compiling draft contract packs, ordering searches, and liaising with solicitors, brokers, and estate agents.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, including new builds, shared ownership, remortgages, and transfers of equity
• Updating clients and branches throughout the transaction and building strong working relationships
• Checking mortgage offers and search results, raising and responding to enquiries, and reporting to clients
• Ensuring all due diligence, risk assessments, and compliance requirements (including AML and data protection) are met
• Exchanging contracts, completing transactions, submitting SDLT returns, handling Land Registry applications, and dealing with requisitions
• Managing invoicing and archiving completed files

About you:

Required Knowledge & Experience

• Strong London residential property experience, including complex leasehold and BSA matters.
• Ability to manage the full conveyancing process from instruction to completion.
• Proficient in drafting/reviewing contracts, transfer deeds, mortgage documents, and related paperwork.
• Solid understanding of property law compliance and best practices.
• Experience handling transaction finances (deposits, completion funds, disbursements).
• Law degree/LPC or equivalent conveyancing qualification.
• Excellent client service and relationship-building skills.
• Committed to delivering high standards and supporting firm objectives.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Works well under pressure and maintains confidentiality.
• Produces accurate, timely work with clear communication.
• Familiar with case management systems and MS Office.
• Strong team player with a proactive, driven mindset.
• Highly organised, solutions-focused, and keen to progress within the firm.

Benefits:

As well as excellent salaries, bonuses and a contributory pension scheme, we also offer:

• A competitive salary with annual review and performance-based bonus
• Great prospect of progress for the right candidate
• 25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays, increasing after 4 years service
• Birthday off
• 4 x Death in Service Benefit
• Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
• Eye test vouchers
• Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity pay
• Company sick pay
• Wellbeing initiatives and access to an online Health Provider

Ready to elevate your conveyancing career with one of the UK s most respected, fastest-growing law firms?

Step into a role where your expertise is celebrated, your growth is prioritised, and your impact is felt from day one.

Join Gilson Gray and be part of a team that s shaping the future of property law.

Apply today and build the career you deserve.

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