Residential Property Assistant York

Join Our Team as an Assistant at our York office

Are you ready to be more than just a cog in the legal machine? At Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors, we’re not your typical law firm — and this isn’t your typical legal assistant role.

We’re on the lookout for a proactive, experienced Residential Property Legal Assistant to join our growing and dynamic team. If you’re looking to build your legal career in a place where culture, collaboration, and progression matter just as much as performance — read on.

The role reports to the Head of Department/Directors.

The role is office based in our Residential Property team, working at our York office.

Key Responsibilities

• Type and proofread correspondence and legal documents.
• File, open/close, store, and retrieve client files per procedures.
• Prepare and send mail with correct enclosures.
• Handle copying tasks when needed.
• Manage Legal Adviser’s diary, meetings, and appointments.
• Support secretarial team and collaborate effectively.
• Assist clients in person and by phone professionally.
• Answer calls promptly and relay messages accurately.
• Participate in training and self-development.
• Maintain confidentiality of all firm and client information.
• Open and manage Proclaim files per risk procedures.
• Format complex documents, including leases and tracked changes.
• Follow firm standards for document handling and software use.
• Manage deeds per procedure, including daily strong-room handling.
• Comply with money laundering regulations.
• Prepare invoices, accounts documents, and completion statements.
• Conduct company and property searches.
• Use Land Registry Portal for registrations and searches.
• Submit SDLT forms online.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary – because your skills are worth it

Hybrid & flexible working – life happens, and we get that

25 days holiday + bank holidays, your birthday off, and no guilt about using them

Death in service scheme – peace of mind for you and your loved ones

Healthcare cash plan – supporting your physical and financial wellbeing

Wellness group – because mental health matters

Inclusive & fun culture – we work hard, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously

CW Academy – our in-house development programme to help you grow your role with a personal development plan tailored to your goals

Clear and transparent progression plan – for everyone, not just lawyers

About You:

You’ll be someone who thrives in a busy legal environment, with some prior experience in Residential Property law. You’ll be a team player with a can-do attitude, able to communicate confidently and manage your time effectively.

Why Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors?

We believe that culture isn’t just something we say – it’s something we live. From our wellness initiatives to our team socials, we invest in our people. Whether you’re a lawyer or not, you’ll have real opportunities to grow and thrive here through the CW Academy and beyond.

Ready to apply?

Send your CV and a short cover letter to hr@crombiewilkinson.co.uk.

Come and be part of something different. Your future starts here — with Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this role.  It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of staff assigned to the job.