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ONP Solicitors are looking for an experienced Property Lawyer to join our established Lease Extension Team, based at either our Stockport or London Office. (Hybrid working available)
Specifically handling a lease extension caseload, the successful candidate will have experience handling cases dealing with both statutory and non-statutory lease extensions.
ONP Solicitors is a leading and modern conveyancing firm, part of Movera, a group of home-moving brands, including Cavendish Legal Group, Grindeys and Conveyancing Alliance. Were on a mission to transform the moving market, for our people, partners and clients. Enabled by technology but with people at the heart of everything we do.
Our conveyancing teams across Stockport, Stoke and Leeds offer the best possible service for our clients, reflected in our 4.7* Trustpilot rating. What makes us great is you, so were searching for more brilliant people, with conveyancing experience and great client care skills, to be part of our team.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for managing a large caseload, including lease extensions and potentially some remortgage files to run simultaneously with the lease extension cases.
Advise on both statutory lease extensions and voluntary lease extension matters.
Liaise affectively with other Departments in the business including our remortgage and conveyancing teams.
Responsible for file from opening through to completion, dealing with complex enquiries and ensuring that all files are progressed in a timely manner.
Provide an exceptional service to clients and third parties, building strong relationships and keeping them regularly updated of progress.
Responsibility to ensure that all allocated files are maintained in good order in compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and in accordance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Recognise potential risks and resolve issues without putting the client or business at risk
Ensure that all files are billed correctly with the appropriate fees and on completion funds are sent to the correct place.
Working with our Post Completion Department, to ensure the transaction is registered at the Land Registry, dealing with any requisitions they may have.
Independently establish priorities, manage deadlines and deliver against targets.
Person Specification:
We're looking for a skilled Conveyancer with around 2+ years' previous lease extension experience.
The ability to run lease extension cases from beginning to end.
The ability to ensure that files are run in an orderly manner with minimum administrative and accounting errors.
An Enthusiastic team-player and natural self-starter able to work on own initiative.
Strong communication skills with an enthusiasm for delivering a high level of customer service
Excellent attention to detail and strong verbal and numerical skills.
This is a full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday.
What we can offer
We aim to reward your hard work generously. Youll be greeted in our offices with great coffee, fruit and biscuits to keep you going, alongside all the benefits listed below, plus much more.
23 days holiday + 2 extra religious/cultural days
Hybrid working
Your birthday off!
Free conveyancing legal fees
Moving home days off
Volunteering days
Retailer discounts and frequent socials
Refer a friend bonuses
At Movera, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We believe that a diverse workforce brings unique perspectives and ideas that drive innovation and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups.
Please note that as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and trustworthy workplace, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory completion of DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks and financial background checks. These checks are conducted to ensure the safety of our employees and clients and to uphold the highest standards of integrity and compliance in our operations.
