We are looking for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor/Conveyancer to help grow our residential property department and support our existing Residential Property team.
Key Responsibilities
As part of our Residential Property Team, the successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload supporting clients from inception of their property transaction to completion. Some of the key responsibilities will include:
· Taking instructions directly from clients/Associate/Director for sale and purchase files, transfers of title, new build purchases, voluntary registrations, discharge and remortgage work.
· Dealing with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors at every stage of the transaction from initial instructions through to post completion.
· Advising and keeping clients up to date with the progress of their transaction both via email and telephone contact.
· Preparing all forms of standard security for signature.
· Reviewing Searches and interpreting results.
· Noting Title on both registered and unregistered properties and reporting to client on terms.
· Preparing all conveyancing drafts.
· Raising observations both standard and considering search entries and preparing all Search, Title and Mortgage Reports to the client.
· Preparing Report on Title and ordering funds from Lender.
· Preparing completion statements and invoices in readiness for completion.
· Dealing with credit and debit balances and ledger reviews.
· Effective monitoring and scrutiny of files ensuring timescales are met and that paperwork is processed, filed, and kept up to date.
· Working under supervision if required (in respect of particularly complex and/or high value cases)
Required Skills:
· Relevant conveyancing qualification(s) or experience obtained in a similar role.
· Good knowledge of residential property processes and procedures and confidence in managing transactions.
· Efficient and well organised with excellent time management skills, with the ability to handle a varied caseload independently.
· Attention to detail
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex legal matters to clients in a clear, empathetic manner.
· Adaptable and flexible with ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
· A client-focused, approachable manner, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters professionally, and with the ability to integrate within the residential property team to share expertise and support.
Career Development: We offer structured opportunities for career growth and professional development, with regular training and mentoring from senior colleagues.
Reputable Firm: Our firm has a strong reputation in Cumbria and Lancashire for delivering exceptional client services.
Supportive Team Environment: You will be joining a collaborative and friendly team that values each member’s contribution.
As an employee-owned law firm, we offer a unique business structure where all employees share in the firm’s success through profit distribution in addition to a competitive salary and benefits package.
Pay: £24,420.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Profit sharing
- Sick pay
Experience:
- relevant conveyancing : 3 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ulverston
