Job title
Residential Conveyancer
Department
Property – Residential
Our Purpose
To forge long-term relationships that have a positive impact on our people, our clients, our business partners, and our community.
Our Commitment to Our People
We do not think there is a magic formula to the Higgs culture. The key is to listen to and respect our people. If we take care of our people and our people take care of our clients, then everything we want as a firm will take care of itself. We are friendly and open to new ideas.
Our Core Values
Higgs core values are “CLEAR” – Care, Legacy, Excellence, Authenticity, Relationships
Role Purpose
As a residential conveyancer you will be working in a demanding environment where your quick thinking, attention to detail and accuracy are vital attributes.
You will work as part of the residential team on residential conveyancing matters acting for buyers, sellers, buy to let investors, mortgage lenders and executors on estate administration property matters. In addition you may act for developers on plot sales and plot purchasers in relation to new build instructions.
A strong understanding of residential property legal matters is vital. You will be handling property transactions from start to finish, dealing with client requests and the demands of your team.
Key Responsibilities
Legal skills
* Manage a full and varied caseload of residential conveyancing transactions including:
* Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
* Remortgages
* Transfers of equity
* New build purchases
* Help to Buy and Shared Ownership schemes
* Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors
* Draft and review legal documentation such as contracts, leases, and title documents
* Carry out title checks and property searches
* Advise clients on all aspects of the conveyancing process, ensuring regulatory and compliance requirements are met
* Maintain accurate case management records using firm software
* Keep up to date with relevant legal developments, compliance, and industry best practices
Person Specification
* Personal effectiveness and self-management
* Good communication, organisational and team skills
* Good attention to detail
* Eagerness to learn new skills
* Flexible and able to take the initiative
* Able to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines and prioritise effectively
* Conscientious, approachable and enthusiastic
* Able to quickly build confidence, respect and trust with others
* Strong client care and interpersonal skills
* Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
Technical Knowledge
* Proven experience in residential conveyancing
* Strong technical knowledge of property law and conveyancing procedures
* Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently and independently
* Proficiency in case management system and MS Office suite
What You Need to Know
Higgs offers hybrid working wherever possible. Our Higgs’ Best FIT (flexible, inclusive, together) principles are designed to ensure that people can complete their best work from the most appropriate location. If you are looking to work flexibly then let us know and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.
We encourage a ‘dress for your diary’ approach which means dressing in a manner appropriate for your schedule or the specific appointments you have on any given day.
Equal Opportunities
As charter signatories to The Law Society’s Diversity and Inclusion Charter, Higgs are committed to developing a diverse business by engaging with the widest pool of talent. We recognise this is an ongoing journey and regularly monitor our figures which can be viewed here.
People Driven. Legal Excellence.