Job Description

• Act for clients on a full range of residential property matters including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold transactions; manage cases from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion matters.

• Draft, review and issue formal documentation such as contracts, completion statements, transfer deeds, SDLT returns and mortgage deed packages; ensure all documents are accurate, professionally presented and issued within required timescales.

• Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders, local authorities, HM Land Registry, other solicitors and third parties to obtain searches, replies to enquiries, undertakings and required documentation; provide clear, timely updates to clients and colleagues.

• Conduct property searches and review reports, raise and respond to pre-contract enquiries, identify issues and advise on solutions or additional actions required to progress transactions.

• Manage financial aspects of transactions including obtaining redemption figures, preparing completion statements, arranging transfer of funds and ensuring anti-money laundering (AML) checks and client verification are completed in line with firm policies.

• Maintain and update the case management system and electronic document management; open and close files, record file notes, save and index correspondence and documents in line with firm procedures and quality standards.

• Support billing processes by recording time accurately, preparing fee notes and assisting with queries relating to fees and disbursements; escalate issues as appropriate.

• Proven experience as a residential conveyancer or solicitor within a law firm or legal environment, with a demonstrable track record of managing a varied caseload to completion.

• Strong knowledge of residential property practice, Land Registry procedures, SDLT, leasehold and freehold matters, and relevant forms and searches.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail and high standards of accuracy in drafting and document preparation.

• Confident user of case management systems, electronic document management and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel); adaptable to new systems and document automation tools.

• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise competing demands, manage multiple matters concurrently and meet tight deadlines while maintaining a professional and client-focused approach.

• Sound understanding of AML requirements and the ability to follow firm compliance procedures; good numerical skills for preparing completion statements and handling client funds.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively within a team and liaise confidently with clients, lenders, estate agents and other professional contacts.