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Lender finance & bridging solicitor

Thame
Lightfoots Solicitors
Solicitor
Posted: 8 July
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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.

Our multi-award winning Lender Finance Team is a busy, fast paced practice, due to our continued success we require Licensed Conveyancers and / or Solicitors specialising in residential conveyancing or commercial property transactions, you will be advising mainly lender clients on all aspects of the buying and selling process, and also including bridging loans, buy-to-let, commercial and development, legal issues, finances and contracts.

Key Responsibilities


* Handling files both freehold and leasehold from initial instruction through to completion having ensured that all enquiries have been dealt with, title issues have been accurately resolved, all searches carried out and checked and mortgage conditions satisfied;
* Title checking;
* Acting as sounding board for more junior solicitors and conveyancing assistants and handling more complex transactions;
* Preparation of contracts and supporting documents;
* Checking official copy documents;
* Liaising with clients, clients’ agents, borrowers, asset managers, buyers’ solicitors, internal departments and any other as necessary;
* Dealing with post completion issues and ensuring post-completion is concluded accurately;
* Using case management systems on a day-to-day basis; and
* Handle client billing and ensure all billing is accurate and timely.

What We’re Looking For

* Experience with buy to let, leasehold properties and corporate clients is necessary
* Experience in commercial conveyancing is a plus
* Able to work under pressure maintaining attention to detail and meet tight deadlines
* Proactive with commercial and financial awareness
* Excellent communication and organisational skills at all levels and a true team ethos
* 2 years’ + PQE and experience in residential conveyancing or commercial conveyancing is necessary

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.

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