Onboarding Residential Property Paralegal
Basildon

Full-time | Permanent

£27,000-£30,000

Are you an experienced Residential Property Paralegal with a strong interest in client onboarding and the early stages of conveyancing transactions?

We are working with a well-respected law firm seeking a proactive and organised Paralegal to join their Residential Property team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive environment that values both client experience and career development.

The Role
You will work closely with Partners, Solicitors, and fellow Paralegals, playing a key role in the onboarding process and supporting a busy residential conveyancing team. This position focuses on managing initial instructions and ensuring a smooth start to each transaction.

Key responsibilities include:

* Taking initial instructions from clients and opening new files

* Managing the onboarding process, including ID checks and compliance procedures

* Acting as a key point of contact for clients at the outset of transactions

* Assisting in the provision of legal and administrative support to clients

* Supporting fee earners in progressing matters from instruction through to completion

* Handling correspondence with clients, estate agents, lenders, and third parties in a professional manner

* Drafting legal documents and standard conveyancing documentation

* Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory standards

* Supporting multiple fee earners across the team as required

About You
We are looking for a proactive and organised individual with a genuine interest in residential conveyancing and client care.

You will have:

* Previous experience within residential conveyancing (essential)

* Experience handling onboarding processes and taking initial instructions (highly desirable)

* Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Strong organisational ability with the ability to prioritise workload effectively

* A flexible, proactive, and “can-do” attitude

* Confidence working in a fast-paced environment

* The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary of £27,000-£30,000

* Supportive and collaborative working environment

* Opportunity to develop within a well-regarded Residential Property team

* Exposure to high-quality work and career progression opportunities

If you're looking to develop your career within a respected firm that offers high-quality work and genuine progression, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more.

Please note: We aim to respond to all applicants within 10 working days. If you have not heard from us within this timeframe, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion