Trainee Paralegal - Residential Conveyancing

Talbots Law is looking for a proactive and organised Paralegal to join our established National Conveyancing Department team based at our Waterfront office. This is an excellent opportunity for either someone with residential conveyancing experience or someone who is looking to develop their career within this specialist and growing area of property law.  

You will work closely with experienced lawyers, supporting a broad range of conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion. The role offers exposure to high-quality work, ongoing development and a structured pathway for progression within one of the region's leading property teams.  

With more than 600 colleagues across 19 offices, Talbots offers the structure and opportunities of a large regional firm while retaining an accessible, supportive culture. Our employee-owned model means every colleague contributes to, and shares in, our continued success. 

What does the job involve?

• Assisting lawyers with the conduct and management of residential conveyancing transactions from inception through to completion, including leasehold and freehold properties, remortgages and transfers of equity.  
• Taking responsibility for file progression, client updates, third-party liaison and maintaining accurate records on case management systems and portals. 
• Drafting and reviewing standard documentation, undertaking post-completion work and supporting the wider team with client matters.  
• Dealing proactively with client, developer, lender and third-party enquiries by telephone, email and online portals.  
• Ensuring compliance with SRA, Lexcel, Law Society Quality Scheme standards, SARs and accounting requirements. 

What do you need?

• Previous experience working within a busy residential conveyancing is advantageous, but not essential 
• A theoretical knowledge of new build conveyancing and the residential property transaction process perhaps gained in education 
• A passion for delivering outstanding client care to clients, referrers and colleagues and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients alike  
• Effective administrative, organisational and planning skills, with the ability to work accurately to deadlines. 
• A proactive attitude, meticulous attention to detail and a genuine desire to progress within a career in conveyancing. 

What do we offer?

As an employee-owned firm, we want everyone to share in our success and feel supported throughout their career. We offer: 

• Competitive salary reviewed annually.  
• Annual tax-free profit share
• Flexible and hybrid working options depending on the role and team.  
• 28 days annual leave including your birthday and an additional ex-gratia day, plus UK bank holidays and long-service awards.  
• Pension and protection including a 4% employer pension contribution and life assurance worth three times your annual salary.  
• Health and wellbeing support including enhanced sick pay, a Medicash Health Cash Plan and financial-wellbeing provision.  
• Employee savings and salary-sacrifice schemes alongside an annual contribution towards Talbots legal services. 

Who are Talbots Law?

An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828. 

Today, we operate across 19 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses. 

We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service. 

At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing. 

Talbots is one of the region’s largest independent law firms, with more than 600 employee-owners. We combine the quality of work, infrastructure and progression associated with a national practice with the accessibility, influence and regional relationships of an independent firm. Whether you are developing your specialism or ready to lead a team, you will have the platform, support and autonomy to make a meaningful impact—and share directly in the success you help create.