Job Description
Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With five offices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, Lightfoots is proud of its unrivalled reputation of excellence for all of our services.
We are looking for a Head of Residential Conveyancing, Thame to lead the Property team in Thame. You will provide strong leadership and expertise for the team in our prestigious Thame Head office delivering exceptional service to our clients by advising on all aspects of the buying, selling and re-mortgage process including legal issues, finances and contracts.
This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress in their career and build and manage a highly successful conveyancing team.
Key Responsibilities
* Optimising opportunities in the Thame area and continuing to build relationships with local agents and clients;
* Lead on resource planning alongside the Partner and development of talented team of conveyancers;
* Handling files for freehold and leasehold properties from initial instructions through to completion ensuring all enquiries are dealt with, title issues accurately resolved, all searches carried out and checked mortgage conditions are satisfied;
* Preparing of contracts and supporting documents;
* Checking official copy documents;
* Ensuring post completion is concluded accurately;
* Handling client billing and ensuring all billing is accurate and timely;
* Using case management systems on a day-to-day basis; and
* Liaising with clients, agents, borrowers, brokers, managers, buyer’s solicitors, internal departments and any others as necessary.
What We’re Looking For
* Extensive fee earning experience essential within residential property at senior level.
* You should be a qualified solicitor / Licensed Conveyancer
* A great team manager willing to lead the team and provide day to day oversight to team
* Sound legal knowledge within the conveyancing process
* Experience of handling transfers of equity, re-mortgages, new builds, shared ownership leases and declarations of trust.
* Excellent communication and organisation skills
* Experience with leasehold properties and corporate clients and buy-to-let and portfolio owners
* A high level of attention to detail while working under pressure to meet tight deadlines
* Proactive with commercial and financial awareness
Why Work For Lightfoots Solicitors?
Our staff are our greatest asset and we work hard to provide a culture where you can thrive and enjoy a fantastic career. We provide a range of benefits to support you in and outside of the workplace.
Firstly, you will enjoy enhanced annual leave in addition to bank holidays, an enhanced pension scheme, alongside a competitive salary.
For your health
BUPA Private Medical Insurance, Healthcare cash plan for your everyday healthcare expenses for you and your dependents, access to a 24/7 GP service, Employee Assessment Programme, company sick pay, free flu vaccinations, and more.
For your wellbeing
Discounted gym memberships, fruit in all offices, paid volunteer days, Wellbeing and awareness events across the year.
Your wellbeing and mental health is our highest priority at Lightfoots, which is why we have 9 qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the firm to provide confidential support.
For you and your family
We provide an option to use your own sickness entitlement if a dependent is unwell and needs your care. We also provide enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity leave alongside many more family friendly policies. Generous discounts on legal services.
For your career
We offer Significant learning and development opportunities alongside a structured appraisal process, sponsored training for qualifications, networking opportunities and access to 100s of webinars and training activities.
For your belonging
We have an active Social committee, Charity Committee, Wellbeing Committee and an ESG committee. We actively encourage new joiners to take an active part in a committee if it is an area of interest.
We have firm organised events throughout the year including quarterly socials, breakfast briefings, book club and lots more…….
If you think this role is perfect for you (or nearly perfect, we would still like to hear from you) please apply or if you would simply like to find out more you can contact our recruitment team on recruitment@lightfoots.co.uk.
As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. If you require any adjustments to be able to attend an interview please do let us know.
Recruitment decisions are made on fair and objective criteria.