Senior residential conveyancer

Job Description

ContextDavies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years’ experience. It has a national reputation for excellence in the Property sector and strength in depth in a wide selection of other legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in London, Birmingham, Bristol, Devon and Gloucester.Reporting LineThis role reports to the Legal Director and Head of Private Client Residential Job PurposeTo handle a mixed residential caseload from initial instruction through to post completion whilst maintaining client care to the highest standard. Key Duties and Responsibilities

• To effectively deal with a manageable and varied caseload in residential conveyancing
• To maintain and build upon existing client relationships
• To supervise the team in the absence of the Legal Director
• To work to strict deadlines in a pressurised but friendly environment
• To liaise with support staff (i.e. Legal Secretaries, Paralegals and Trainee Paralegals) in a positive and proactive manner.
• To maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records for clients.
• To act as a positive ambassador for Davies and Partners Solicitors
• To undertake appropriate and relevant staff development on a regular basis

The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges.Your job title does not define or limit your duties and you may be required to carry out other work within your abilities from time to time at our request.We reserve the right to introduce changes in line with technological developments which may impact upon your job duties or methods of working.LocationDavies and Partners Solicitors, 250 Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4TR. Regular office attendance is expected.Working HoursFull-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm (with 1 hour unpaid lunch break). Part-time hours may be considered.SalaryCompetitive + Benefits PackageCompliance As part of our compliance procedures, applicants are asked to note that:

• references will be followed up;
• all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily;
• proof of identity and (where applicable) qualifications will be required;
• reference requests will ask specifically whether the applicant has ever been subject to any proceedings/complaints initiated by the Law Society or any other professional body.
• appropriate suitability checks may be required prior to confirmation of appointment.

This role meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role will require applicants who are offered employment to be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.Equal OpportunitiesDavies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.Person SpecificationLegal Status: 

• Appropriate DBS disclosure will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.
• Right to live and work in the UK, e.g. valid UK passport or appropriate visa/work permits.

Education/ Qualifications

• Solicitor or FCILEx qualified 
• CLC registered
• 6 years+ PQE (Desirable)

Skills/Knowledge

• Possess a detailed understanding of Property Law
• Ability to maintain and build upon existing client relationships
• The ability to take on a supervisory role in the absence of the Legal Director, and to be able to mentor/assist others in the team
• Self-organised and proactive
• Ability to take responsibility and solve problems
• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality
• Adaptable to the needs of the business as changes occur during the operational requirements 
• Competent in the effective use of Information and Communications Technologies (lCT).
• The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

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