Job title: New Build & Shared Ownership Conveyancing Executive
Days/hours of work: Monday to Friday, 9am- 5pm
Location: Parkview House, Victoria Road South, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1BT
Job type: Permanent
Department: New Build & Shared Ownership
Reports to: Operations Director
Salary & Benefits
* Base Salary: £35,000 to £50,000 dependent on experience and qualifications
About New Homes Law:
New Homes Law is a leading, dynamic, client-focused legal services provider specialising in residential property transactions across the UK. We work with some of the country’s top new build developers and shared ownership housing associations, delivering a seamless and customer-focused experience. Our modern, forward-thinking approach combines expert legal advice with cutting-edge technology, ensuring an efficient and transparent journey for every customer. At New Homes Law, we invest heavily in innovation, professional development, and customer satisfaction, making us a trusted partner in the property sector and an exceptional place to build your career. As our business grows, we’re looking for an organised and proactive New Build/Shared Ownership Conveyancing Executive to join our team and support the smooth onboarding of new clients and referrers.
Your New Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to work in our ever-expanding New Build and Shared Ownership team. We are looking for a Conveyancing Executive who can run files in a timely and effective manner given the time sensitive nature of the transactions. This is a great opportunity to build and maintain good working relationships with introducers and clients. This is a fast-paced role with the opportunity to study for qualifications should this be required.
Key Responsibilities:
* Overall responsibility of designated files and all conveyancing work required from instruction to completion.
* Reading legal packs and compiling site notes whilst also raising queries.
* Compile Contract, Mortgage and Search reports.
* Be proficient in Anti Money Laundering checks.
* Deal with client enquiries.
* Knowledge of a Newbuild and or Shared Ownership transactions
* Carrying out all electronic ID checks of clients.
* Carry out OS2 and Bankruptcy searches and ensuring these remain in date.
* Setting up files for completion in its entirety.
* Proficient in completion statements.
* Running related sale files.
* Establish and maintain relations with introducers.
* Support with any other duties necessary with the level of responsibility of this role as needed.
Requirements:
* Previous relevant experience within new build and shared ownership as a Conveyancer or a high-level conveyancing assistant that is ready to take the next step.
* Excellent communication skills with peers of all levels.
* Be highly organised and focused with excellent attention to detail and used to dealing with a high email volume.
* Excellent time management skills.
* Good maintenance of organisational systems and processes.
* Positive, professional, and friendly persona and telephone manner.
* Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
* Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
Compensation & Benefits workings at New Homes Law:
In return, you can expect to work closely with an energetic team where your efforts and success will be noticed. We offer a competitive remuneration package as well as:
* Enhanced annual leave allowance including birthday leave.
* Hybrid working arrangement: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home.
* Dog friendly – we welcome well behaved dogs to the office!
* Casual Fridays: Employees can enjoy a relaxed dress code and complimentary lunch on Fridays.
* Personal Development Plan tailored for your development
* Supportive Culture: A friendly, family-like atmosphere with a focus on employee well-being and career development.
* Performance Related Bonus Scheme
* A selection of breakfast items, hot and cold drinks
* Free eye tests and discounted eyewear
* Reward and recognition scheme: Employee of the month.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.