Conveyancing Assistant

  • SJC Partners
  • May 26, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Firm

A well-established legal practice based in Stratford-upon-Avon, delivering high-quality client service across a range of legal matters. The firm has a strong focus on client care, professional standards, and efficient matter progression, supported by a collaborative and team-oriented working culture.

Role

A varied support role providing direct assistance to a fee-earner to ensure the smooth and efficient running of their caseload. The position involves a high level of client interaction, administrative support, and document preparation, requiring strong organisation, communication skills, and initiative.

Responsibilities
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients in the absence of the appointed lawyer
  • Handle incoming telephone calls, take messages, and follow up proactively where required
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal/external contacts
  • Provide professional client support via telephone and in person, in line with client care standards
  • Draft correspondence and legal documents using a case management system
  • Produce high-quality documents through audio and copy typing
  • Progress cases within remit as directed by the supervising lawyer
  • Open and close client files in accordance with firm procedures
  • Provide general administrative support to the fee-earner and wider team
  • Manage diaries, arrange meetings, and schedule appointments
  • Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure records are kept up to date
  • Carry out copying, scanning, and document organisation tasks
  • Support colleagues and assist with wider team requirements where needed
  • Assist with training of new employees when required
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of client and firm information
Benefits
  • Exposure to a busy, client-facing legal environment
  • Opportunity to develop legal and administrative experience within a supportive team
  • Structured training and ongoing professional development
  • Strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration
  • Experience working closely with fee-earners on active client matters
  • Clear opportunity to build a long-term career within a legal practice