Residential Property Conveyancer

SUMMARY:

A full-service law firm providing legal advice to UK and international businesses, as well as individuals and families, is seeking a Residential Property Conveyancer to manage residential property transactions from inception to completion, including due diligence, client communication, legal documentation, and post-completion processes.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification and be a Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer
• Minimum 2-6 years’ postgraduate experience in residential property
• Proven experience in managing a range of residential property matters with minimal supervision is essential
• Strong knowledge of the conveyancing process, including title checking and drafting
• Excellent client care and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines effectively
• Proficiency with case management systems is desirable

• Managing a caseload of residential property transactions, including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and leasehold properties.
• Conducting due diligence, including title checks, local searches, and drafting contracts.
• Providing expert advice to clients on all aspects of residential conveyancing.
• Viewing local searches against previous records.
• Managing Help to Buy loan redemptions and coordinating with lenders.
• Communicating with clients, sales offices, and developer solicitors, escalating complex inquiries to Senior Fee Earners.
• Verifying mortgage offers and liaising with clients and lenders to address queries.
• Following up with clients for deposits and paperwork and preparing files for exchange.
• Handling post-completion matters, including registrations.
• Conducting search applications and closing abortive files.
• Occasionally generating quotes and initiating files during peak periods.
• Drafting and dispatching documents to buyers' solicitors for sales.