Residential Conveyancer
Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Overview
A respected and long-established law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its Grantham team. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload, work within a collaborative environment, and build strong relationships with clients and local property professionals.
The Role
You will be responsible for managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from start to finish, ensuring exceptional client service throughout. The position will cover a range of transactions including standard residential sales and purchases, new build matters, and plot purchases.
Key Responsibilities
* Handle a full caseload of residential conveyancing transactions
* Generate new business and convert enquiries into instructions
* Conduct and review necessary property searches
* Deal with plot purchases and new build conveyancing matters
* Liaise effectively with clients, estate agents, developers, and other parties
* Produce standard contract documentation
* Identify cross-selling opportunities for other legal services
* Manage enquiries, exchanges, completions, and all post-completion tasks including SDLT submissions and Companies House filings
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with procedures
* Achieve agreed fee income and performance targets
* Stay informed of legal developments in conveyancing and maintain skills through ongoing training
Person Specification
Essential
* Experienced Conveyancer with a strong track record in residential property transactions
* Sound knowledge of the conveyancing process, Money Laundering Regulations, and Solicitors Accounts Rules
* Confident in managing matters from instruction to completion
* Excellent organisational, communication, and client care skills
* IT literate with experience using case management systems
* Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
* Team-oriented with a proactive approach
Desirable
* Legal Executive or Solicitor qualification
* Experience with plot purchases and new build transactions
* Previous use of SOS Connect case management software
Benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Staff discounts on legal and wealth management services
* Income protection
* Life assurance (3x salary)
* Salary exchange pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme