My client is a well-established and successful law firm who pride themselves on providing a high quality service to their clients in the High Peak and Cheshire region.
They are looking to recruit an experienced Residential Conveyancing Executive/Licensed Conveyancer/Solicitor to work at their office based in the Stockport area who would be able to manage their own complete case load.
The successful applicant will be supported by an experienced Conveyancing Assistant as well as the wider team.
Applicants need to have had at least 5 years experience in dealing with all common types of Residential Conveyancing property transactions but in particular: Sales, Purchases, Transfer of Equity and Re-Mortgages.
This will be a varied role including numerous tasks to ensure the smooth running of transactions but some of the main duties will include:
· Dealing with the preparation of initial Terms of Business documentation and Client Onboarding
· Liaising with Clients, Agents and other Third Parties
· Dealing with all aspects of Client Matter Compliance
· Preparing Contract Packs
· Reviewing Title
· Raising Legal Enquiries
· Dealing with Completions
· Preparation of Financial Statements
· Completing all Post-Completion work
· Preparing Reports on Title
They are looking for a diligent and hardworking individual who can build and maintain strong relationships with clients and third parties.
Good communication and IT skills are essential. Knowledge of case management systems are also essential.
Salary will be competitive, between £40,000 to £55,000 dependant on experience with scope for further progression and training opportunities where required.
If this opportunity interests you, please get in contact with Tracy on 0161 9147 357 or e-mail t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk.....Read more...
Clayton Legal are proud to bring to you a role based in Stockport working for a successful, and growing high street Law firm with a strong emphasis on Property related work.
Due to the reputation and demands of residential property, this growing firm has an immediate start available for a Conveyancing Assistant to join their team.
On a day-to-day basis you will be the support to an experienced Licensed conveyancer, assisting on sale and purchase files, freehold and leasehold transactions, re-mortgages, auction cases and transfer of equity.
You will be required to support with files from start to finish and should be able to use your initiative.
The ideal candidate will have at least two years experience supporting fee earners with a caseload of varied conveyancing matters. You will have a positive can do attitude and be able to come in and hit the ground running.
In addition, the successful candidate can expect a salary ranging from £25-28k dependant on experience.
To apply for this role or to discuss further please contact Tracy Carlisle on 0161 9147 357 or t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk....Read more...
Are you an experienced and driven Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, Licensed Conveyancer or fee earner qualified by experience looking to progress your career in residential conveyancing? We are seeking a dynamic Residential Conveyancing Partner to join our client's team based in Leeds.
Our client is a well-established, national law firm known for delivering exceptional legal services throughout the regions. The firm takes pride in providing a supportive and collaborative working environment, with fantastic opportunities for career development.
As a Residential Conveyancing Partner, you will manage a team of experience Conveyancing fee earners dealing transactions from instruction through to completion. This includes freehold, leasehold, sales & purchases, remortgages, new build, landed estates and much more. You will also help develop strategy for the firm's future on a national basis as well as within your own team. You really are given the freedom to run things as you see fit here.
This is a low volume, high quality team where you are given the time to work properly on files providing a first class service to a range of clients.
The firm offer a genuine scope for progression and put this at the centre of their culture. They are renowned for their ethos in allowing people to flourish within the business and forge their own career path with no blockers. Our client is ideally looking for someone from either a senior or partner position, however, if you fall outside of these parameters and feel you still meet the criteria, other applications are also welcome.
You will need strong organisational and time-management skills, along with excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal. The ideal candidate will be proactive, client-focused, and pay great attention to detail. Experience using case management systems would also be desirable.
If you would like to apply for this Residential Conveyancing Partner role in Leeds, then contact Helen Mauborgne at Sacco Mann or another member of our team on 0113 467 9786.
Alternatively, if you know of anyone who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website.....Read more...
My client is a well-respected and established national law firm who are experiencing a significant period of growth.
They are currently looking for experienced Residential Conveyancers, qualified Solicitors, Conveyancers or Legal Executives to join their team.
You will be working within a high volume residential conveyancing environment.
You should be able to:
- Run a substantial caseload and perform a full range of tasks
- Act independently when establishing priorities and managing deadlines
- Work well within a team and mentor others
- Utilise your extensive experience and knowledge of residential conveyancing
- Assist team members as and when required
- Communicate, and build, relationships with clients and third parties in a professional and knowledgeable manner
- Provide excellent customer service
- Assist the team to ensure company targets are met
- You will be dealing with a personal caseload of residential property files, and you will have fantastic communication skills both orally and written.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Complete tasks efficiently, accurately and within specified timescales, such as:
- Managing a substantial caseload of freehold and leasehold transactions (circa 100) including new build, unregistered and shared ownership properties, until such time as your manager deems it appropriate to increase your portfolio of cases
- Processing and dealing with post in a timely manner
- Checking contract documentation, mortgage offers and search results
- Replying to complex legal enquiries
- Resolving complex queries which are raised on files by colleagues, both onshore and offshore, and third parties
- Understand and produce accurate financial statements
- Understand the ledgers within Visual Files & Practice Manager
- Dealing with exchange of contracts and completion of transactions
- Processing tasks such as; Conflict of Interest letters, cares calls to the client, contract checks, mortgage reports and search results, replying to freehold and leasehold enquiries
- Daily task list management
- Identifying, monitoring and achieving targets on a monthly basis by using Management Information Reports such as Case Referral and Phone Manager.
- Utilise Management Information reports for housekeeping of files.
- Recognising potential risks and when to report them to a senior member.
- Work to and maintain Service Level Agreements
You will be able to:
- Manage telephone calls.
- Understand and report on complex legal issues and documentation.
- Actively communicating with clients, recommenders, conveyancers, agents and third parties. This will include communication in person, in writing, or by telephone.
- Ability to check, draft and produce accurate comprehensive documentation for clients, professional persons and third parties.
Benefits include full remote working using the best tech, 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays and a range of other benefits.
Salary will be £35k to £45k dependent on experience plus achievable bonus upto £15k.
To apply for this Fully Remote Residential Conveyancer role please forward your CV to t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Tracy Carlisle 0161 6147 357 .....Read more...
Are you an experienced Conveyancer ready to step into a leadership role? A highly regarded and expanding law firm in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a talented individual to lead and grow its Residential Conveyancing department. This is a rare leadership opportunity in a friendly, well-resourced firm where you can truly make your mark.
About the Firm
A well-established and supportive firm with a strong local presence • Committed to client service and known for building long-term relationships • Firmly focused on quality local work – not reliant on panel instructions • Modern infrastructure and a collaborative working culture • Opportunities to shape the department and progress to Partner level
Job Role
You will play a key part in building and leading a team of conveyancers, with a clean slate and no inherited caseload. With strategic backing and full operational support, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a growth-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and expand the Residential Conveyancing department • Manage your own caseload of residential property matters • Recruit, develop, and support new team members • Engage with wider strategic planning and firm development • Nurture client relationships and build a strong local reputation • Ensure compliance and high-quality service delivery
Job Requirements
5+ years’ PQE in Residential Conveyancing, or 10+ years QBE with qualification ambition • Confident managing your own caseload and overseeing others • Strong client care and communication skills • Leadership experience or clear leadership potential • A proactive and collaborative approach
What’s on Offer • £50,000 – £60,000 salary (dependent on experience) • Hybrid working – 3 days office / 2 days from home • 1:1 support staff ratio • No strict billing targets • 25 days holiday (rising to 33) + holiday purchase scheme • Comprehensive health cash plan • Employee discount platform and cycle-to-work scheme • Pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee) • Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies • Regular training and genuine career progression opportunities
If you would be interested in knowing more about this Stoke-on-Trent based Head of Conveyancing role, please contact Jenny Vickerstaff on 0161 831 6866 or email jenny.vickerstaff@saccomann.com....Read more...
Sacco Mann have been instructed by a West Yorkshire-based commercial practice, who are on the lookout for an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join their Huddersfield offices. This opportunity would suit someone who has run their own caseload of sale and purchase files, who can also support junior team members.
The Role
Joining the team, you will provide a good quality service to clients, and manage your own caseload of files, covering sale, purchase, transfer of equity, remortgages, freehold and deeds of variation. You will be experienced with conducting checks and searches, drafting contracts, transfers, bills and statements.
Key Responsibilities
Effectively manage a full caseload of sale and purchase and freehold transactions
Raise enquiries
Title checking
Deal with responses to enquiries, Exchange of contracts and Completions
Provide support and direction to Conveyancing Assistants and other team members
About You
Previous conveyancing experience of running a mixed caseload of at least 80 sale and purchase transactional files
Proven knowledge of the residential conveyancing process, from file opening to completions
Previous experience of working with an Assistant and helping in their coaching and development is desirable
Excellent communication skills
What’s in it for you?
Competitive Salary
Hybrid and flexible working options available
High quality client base
Genuine scope for progression and career development
Childcare Vouchers
Gym Discounts
If you are interested in this Residential Conveyancing Fee Earner role in Huddersfield then please get in touch with Helen Mauborgne on 0113 467 9786 to find out more information or if you’ve a CV to hand, please submit this for review. To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website.
Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.....Read more...
Are You a Conveyancer Looking for an Exciting New Opportunity? Join a fast-growing Conveyancing Department at one of the leading providers of legal services in the residential property and remortgage markets!
The Role: Following private equity investment, our client is expanding their Conveyancing Team in Stockport to meet the demands of their flourishing business. You will act for buyers in property purchases and related sales, managing files from instruction to completion. (Hybrid working available after the initial training period)
Key Responsibilities:
- Process sale/purchase transactions from instruction through to completion, liaising with mortgage brokers, estate agents, solicitors, and clients.
- Manage a diverse caseload, including freehold, leasehold, new build, and shared ownership transactions.
- Build strong relationships with clients and third parties, providing regular updates.
- Deliver exceptional service to clients, introducers, and third parties.
- Identify and resolve potential risks to protect clients and the business.
- Maintain files in compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and issue contract papers for related sales.
- Analyse search results.
- Liaise with Help to Buy and mortgage lenders to draw down client funds.
- Prepare completion statements and invoices.
- Handle exchange of contracts and legal completion.
The Person:
- Around 2+ years' experience in file handling.
- Enthusiastic team-player and self-starter, able to work on own initiative.
- Ability to deliver high-quality customer service.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent verbal and numerical skills.
In Return, You Can Expect:
- Salary Range: £25,000 to £53,000 dependent on experience.
- Bonus Scheme: Monthly exchange bonus, quarterly quality bonus, and annual billings bonus, with an estimated additional £5k - £6k annually once you have an established caseload.
- Holidays: 25 days (including 2 for religious/cultural leave) + bank holidays + your birthday off.
- Hybrid Working: Minimum 2 days in the office after an initial 8-week training period.
To apply for this Property Lawyer role, please forward your CV to t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Tracy Carlisle on 0161 9147 357 for a chat about the role.
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