Job Description

Paralegal – Property Conveyancing (UK Experience)

Support a UK property law firm remotely from South Africa

Remote (South Africa) | £1,000 per month | Part-time, 20 hours/week aligned to UK business hours

About Our Client

A UK-based property law firm is seeking skilled support from South Africa to enhance its conveyancing operations. With a strong focus on residential property transactions, the firm offers a remote opportunity for experienced professionals to contribute to a growing legal team without relocating.

The Role: Paralegal – Property Conveyancing

This part-time position plays a vital role in progressing UK residential conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion. The successful candidate will manage documentation, liaise with relevant parties, and ensure compliance with UK legal procedures — all while working remotely within UK business hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 2 years of experience in UK residential conveyancing
• Open and manage conveyancing files from instruction through to completion
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and reports
• Conduct property searches and liaise with relevant providers
• Prepare completion statements and assist with exchanges and completions
• Communicate with clients, estate agents, lenders, and solicitors
• Maintain accurate case records using conveyancing systems
• Ensure compliance with UK procedures, deadlines, and client service standards

About You

• Proven experience handling UK property conveyancing matters
• Background as a Paralegal or Conveyancing Assistant
• Excellent knowledge of the UK residential conveyancing process
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated and able to manage workload remotely
• Advantageous:
• Experience with UK-based law firms or conveyancing practices
• Familiarity with case management tools like Leap, Proclaim, or Visualfiles
• Previous direct liaison with UK clients and third parties