Conveyancer / Case Handler – Residential Team
Location: Altrincham, WA14 5UW (office-based for first 3 months, then hybrid: 2 days office, 3 days WFH)
Hours: Full-time, Mon–Fri, 9:00–17:00
Start Date: ASAP (flexible)
Salary: up to £30k base + competitive uncapped bonus (£7k+ once established)
Join our supportive, sociable and ambitious Residential team as a Case Handler. You’ll manage your own varied caseload of sale and purchase conveyancing transactions (not just standard freeholds!) from instruction to completion – with tailored support, bonus schemes that reward your results, and the work-life balance of hybrid working.
What You’ll Do:
* Manage a caseload of Residential transactions from start to finish
* Liaise with clients, developers, solicitors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless communication.
* Prepare and review legal documents and correspondence.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all transactions on our CMS.
* Provide exceptional customer service, promptly addressing client queries/concerns.
* Work to exchange and revenue targets with a focus on five-star client feedback
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience supporting residential conveyancing transactions
* Must have hands-on experience with:
Source of Funds checks (reviewing bank statements, conducting checks directly)
Searches and sale enquiries (confident in writing up reports, not just ordering)
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Excellent telephone manner - confident in explaining the conveyancing process to clients
* Organised, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused
* Familiar with case management systems (Proclaim a plus)
* Passionate about delivering great service and achieving results
What You’ll Get in Return:
* A supportive, structured 3-month onboarding programme that combines classroom/MS Teams training with a gradual build-up of real-life casework - giving you the tools, confidence, and hands-on support to thrive from day one.
* Competitive quarterly bonus: our case handlers typically earn an average of £7-8k once established, bonus is uncapped and based on your personal performance
* Study support options (employer-funded after 12 months) and ongoing training
* Varied workload – mixed bag of caseloads (not just standard freeholds!) with exposure to and training on the more complex transactions
* Long-term development opportunities and progression pathways into senior roles
* 22 days holiday (rising to 25) + Bank Holidays, with buy/carry over options
* Employee benefits: death in service, EAP, counselling, and salary sacrifice (tech, nursery fees, gym, cycle, car)
* Extras: free conveyancing, mortgage advice, staff discounts
Why PLS?
We’re a fast-growing, modern law firm where people come first. We value individuality, invest in development, and foster a genuinely supportive culture. Join a team where you can grow, be yourself, and make your mark.
Ready to take the next step in your conveyancing career? Apply today!