Job Description

Job Title:

Residential Property Solicitor/Fee Earner (WS)

Job Description:

A well-established law firm based in Rochdale is seeking a Residential Property Fee Earner to join their property team and provide exceptional service to both existing and new clients.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will independently manage their own caseload from instruction to completion, handling a diverse range of property transactions.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a residential conveyancer to enhance their experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse residential caseload, including leasehold and

freehold sales & purchases, new builds, shared ownership,

remortgages, and transfers of equity.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, estate

agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors. Address enquiries at every

stage of the transaction to ensure client service standards are met.

• Assist senior conveyancers and directors in managing their caseload.
• Prepare contract packs.
• Obtain title documents and conduct property searches.
• Review legal titles, raise enquiries and prepare client reports on title.
• Draft and prepare necessary accounts forms and understand client ledgers.
• Report to lenders and submit Certificates of Title.
• Prepare Land Registry applications and address requisitions.
• Prepare SDLT forms.
• Handle post-completion matters, including responding to

requisitions, managing registration, sending deeds to clients, banks,

and building societies, and closing files.

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK and be a UK resident.
• Previous experience managing a caseload with minimal supervision.
• Solicitor or licensed conveyancer with a minimum of three years

of post-qualification experience (experienced paralegals with a strong

track record will be considered).

• Excellent communication and drafting skills.
• Strong understanding of conveyancing law and practice.
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.
• Previous experience in a busy conveyancing department as a conveyancer, solicitor, paralegal, or fee earner.
• Adaptable and flexible attitude to meet the varying needs of clients and team members.
• Experience with case management systems is beneficial, though not mandatory as training will be provided.

Job Type:

Permanent