Job Title: Solicitor / Fee Earner
Department: Residential – Buy-to-let
Salary: £35K – £55K
Hours: Full Time
Location: Cardiff | hybrid | 2 days a week in the office
Job Reference: CWS514
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Manage a full caseload of residential and buy-to-let property transactions, including sales, purchases, re‑mortgages, and transfers of equity, from initial instruction through to completion.
* Provide expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of residential conveyancing and buy‑to‑let matters, ensuring clear guidance and commercially focused solutions.
* Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documentation, including purchase contracts, transfer deeds, lease agreements, mortgage documents, and ancillary property documentation.
* Oversee and interpret property searches, including title investigations, local authority searches, and environmental reports, identifying risks and advising clients appropriately.
* Liaise and negotiate with estate agents, mortgage lenders, brokers, surveyors, and opposing solicitors to drive transactions forward and resolve issues proactively.
* Ensure full regulatory compliance, adhering to SRA standards, anti‑money‑laundering requirements, and all relevant legislation, while maintaining meticulous and well‑organised case files.
* Provide regular updates and high‑quality client care, ensuring clients are fully informed at every stage of the transaction.
* Manage all post‑completion formalities, including submission of Stamp Duty Land Tax returns, registration at HM Land Registry, and dealing with any requisitions or lender requirements.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
* Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or equivalent / qualified by experience in Residential Conveyancing.
* Demonstrable experience managing buy‑to‑let transactions.
* Proven ability to review, draft, and negotiate complex property documents, including leases, contracts, transfer deeds, and mortgage documentation.
* Excellent client care skills, with the ability to manage expectations and communicate clearly and professionally.
* Proficiency with case management systems and digital conveyancing tools is desirable.
IN RETURN
* 28 days holiday + bank + Christmas closure
* Free parking
* Individual bonus scheme
* All work equipment provided for office and home working
* Hybrid working and flexibility provided. At least 2 days in the office a week.
* Health Insurance including eye, dental and hearing.
* Free Parking
* Training and development opportunities
* Employee assistance programme
* Team incentives and bonus’
* Loads more!
For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk or apply below.
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