Real Estate Legal Assistant

Company: William James Recruitment
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Location: Bradford
Job Description:

Residential Conveyancing Assistant | £26,000-30,000 | Bradford | Hybrid-working

A Legal 500 law firm is looking to recruit a Conveyancing Assistant to join its well-established and growing real estate team in Bradford.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Conveyancing Assistant in Bradford / Leeds to join a collaborative and supportive firm known for delivering high-quality property work across a broad client base.

As a Conveyancing Assistant in the Bradford office, you’ll work closely with experienced fee earners handling a varied caseload, with clear development opportunities and strong day-to-day support in a modern, flexible working environment.

The Role

  • Assisting fee earners on residential conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion
  • Supporting on freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
  • Preparing legal documents, contracts and correspondence
  • Liaising with clients, agents, lenders and third parties
  • Managing files and updating case management systems
  • Handling post-completion formalities and documentation
  • Ensuring compliance with firm procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Providing high levels of client care within a busy team

The Candidate

  • Experience working as a Conveyancing Assistant or Legal Assistant
  • Background within a residential property or real estate team
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Confident communicator with a professional approach
  • Able to prioritise tasks and manage competing deadlines
  • Team player with a proactive and reliable attitude
  • Keen to develop a long-term career within property law

Benefits & How to Apply

  • Salary £26,000–£30,000 depending on experience
  • Hybrid working model
  • Private healthcare scheme
  • Travel loan scheme
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Modern office and strong firm culture

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Sam Disley-Joyson, Recruitment Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07852 170946

Email: sam.disley-joyson@williamjamesrecruitment.com

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments

Posted: May 23rd, 2026