Residential Conveyancer

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Residential Conveyancer to join a reputable firm in Leighton Buzzard. The firm is well-regarded for offering specialist legal services across various areas, and they are looking for an experienced Conveyancer to join their established team. This role involves managing a varied caseload of residential property transactions, including sales, purchases, transfers of equity, and more. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of a team leader while ensuring high standards of client care and efficient file management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sale Transactions: Drafting contract packs, dealing with enquiries raised by the Buyer’s solicitors, and preparing files for the exchange of contracts. Handling pre-completion and post-completion tasks, including obtaining redemption statements and preparing completion statements.

• Purchase Transactions: Requisitioning searches, reviewing titles, and raising enquiries on the contract papers. Preparing contract reports and files for exchange. Managing all aspects of pre-completion and post-completion matters, including registration formalities.

• Transfer of Equity: Drafting TR1 forms, managing registration formalities, and liaising with lenders when required.

• Client Correspondence: Communicating with clients and all parties involved in each transaction, via phone, email, or face-to-face.

• File Management: Day-to-day progression and management of caseloads, ensuring all documentation and processes are handled efficiently.

• Team Collaboration: Assisting other fee earners with specific tasks and projects, when necessary, to support the smooth running of the department.

• Compliance: Adhering to the firm's policies, procedures, and compliance standards, including those relating to anti-money laundering, IT use, client care, and health & safety.

• Additional Tasks: Performing other reasonable duties as required by the business.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and case management systems.
• Exceptional organisational and time management abilities.
• Capable of working independently and managing competing priorities.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with confidence in communicating with clients and other professionals.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• At least 4 years’ experience in a residential conveyancing role, managing a caseload independently.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the conveyancing process, including sales, purchases, and transfers of equity.
• A Solicitor or CILEX qualification (4+ years PQE).
• Experience with case management systems and an understanding of office protocols.

If you're an experienced residential conveyancer with a passion for property law and client care, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to further your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Apply below or directly to Hannah Williams at TSR Legal