Do you have proven experience handling residential conveyancing cases from start to finish? We invite applications from property professionals looking to join a thriving multi office law firm offering flexible working and a supportive, values-driven environment. This is an excellent opportunity to build your conveyancing career in an innovative team that delivers expert residential property services to clients nationwide.
The firm have 7 offices across the south and are continually growing, with a well established and highly effificent residential property department.
Key Responsibilities in Residential Conveyancing
* Independently managing a diverse caseload of residential conveyancing matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, transfers of equity, remortgages, and new build transactions.
* Drafting, reviewing, and amending contracts, transfer deeds, completion statements, and all required legal documentation, ensuring compliance with firm procedures and best practice.
* Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, providing timely, clear, and practical legal advice throughout the property transaction process.
* Conducting thorough title investigations, reviewing search results, raising and responding to enquiries, and proactively resolving any legal issues.
* Liaising and building relationships with estate agents, mortgage lenders, other solicitors, and third parties to progress each matter efficiently.
* Keeping up-to-date and detailed records using the firm's case management system, ensuring full compliance with SRA, AML, GDPR, and CQS requirements.
* Contributing positively to the wider team, including knowledge sharing, supporting colleagues, and assisting with the development of junior team members where needed.
Essential Skills and Experience for Residential Conveyancers
* At least 3 years’ experience as a fee earner in residential conveyancing, with a track record of independently handling a varied and high-volume caseload from instruction to completion.
* Comprehensive knowledge of current residential conveyancing law and process, including freehold, leasehold, new build, and remortgage transactions.
* Demonstrable ability to draft, review, and negotiate legal documents with high attention to detail and a problem-solving approach.
* Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with a strong commitment to outstanding client care and building rapport with clients and stakeholders remotely.
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a remote team, with sound IT skills, including use of case management systems and Microsoft Office.
Why this role?
* Competitive salary and performance-linked benefits tailored to your conveyancing experience and legal expertise.
* Genuine work-life balance with fully remote working, giving you autonomy and flexibility backed by strong training and peer support.
* Access to regular professional development, mentoring, and ongoing support to help you progress your career in property law.
* Diverse and stimulating caseload with instructions from clients across London, the South East, and wider England and Wales.
* Collaborative culture that actively values your ideas, input, and professional growth.