Trainee Conveyancer

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

This is an entry-level legal professional who supports qualified conveyancers or solicitors in handling property transactions. The role focuses on learning the conveyancing process while assisting with administrative and legal tasks related to buying, selling, or transferring property.

  • Assisting with residential property transactions (freehold and leasehold)
  • Preparing and drafting legal documents and contracts
  • Conducting property searches (local authority, Land Registry, environmental, etc.)
  • Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors
  • Opening and managing client files
  • Handling correspondence via phone, email, and post
  • Supporting exchange of contracts and completion processes
  • Updating case management systems
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory and anti-money laundering (AML) requirements

Skills & Qualities Required

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Organisational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work under supervision
  • Basic understanding of property law (preferred)
  • IT proficiency (case management systems, Microsoft Office)

Requirements

Entry Requirements: Degree (helpful but not always required)

  • Alternatively, an AAL in Sri Lanka

Benefits

  • UK Working Hours – Employees will work according to UK time zones, providing international exposure and experience aligned with UK professional standards.
  • Opportunity to Practice as an AAL or Attend Law College – Flexible structure allowing employees to practice as an Attorney-at-Law (AAL) or pursue Law College studies while working.
  • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience (paid in GBP under a UK contract).
  • Opportunities for professional growth and organizational impact.
  • Supportive work environment focused on work-life balance and employee well-being.

About this role

Summary

Assist conveyancers with property transactions, legal documentation, client liaising, and compliance.

Job title

Trainee Conveyancer

Experience level

entry level

Industry

legal

Location requirements

Sri Lanka, remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

attention to detailcommunicationorganisational skillswork under supervisionIT proficiency

Preferred skills

property law

Specializations

property lawproperty transactions
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Colombo, Sri Lanka

On-site City