Conveyancer

Simpson Judge; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Judge in Leicester is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join a well-established law firm known for delivering high-quality legal services. You will join a busy Residential Property team, managing conveyancing transactions from instruction through to post-completion within a supportive environment.

The role requires handling a broad range of residential property transactions, excellent organisation, and proactive client care within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience handling your own residential conveyancing caseload within a law firm or conveyancing practice.
• Experience dealing with a broad range of residential property transactions including sales, purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage and progress residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to post-completion.
• Handle sale enquiries and liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders and third parties.
• Review mortgage offers, searches and title documentation.
• Raise enquiries and prepare comprehensive client reports.
• Liaise with lenders regarding Certificates of Title, mortgage releases and redemption statements.
• Prepare exchange and completion documentation, including completion statements, invoices and undertakings.
• Manage completions and ensure all parties are updated throughout the transaction.
• Draft and submit SDLT returns.
• Deal with Help to Buy matters where applicable.
• Complete all post-completion work, including Land Registry applications.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Client liaison

Organisation & time management

Job description

Leicester | Full-Time | Competitive Salary DOE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join a well-established and growing law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services.

Joining a busy and collaborative Residential Property team, you'll work alongside experienced conveyancing professionals, managing and progressing transactions from instruction through to post-completion within a supportive team environment.

The Role

Working as part of an established team, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and progressing residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to post-completion.
• Handling sale enquiries and liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and third parties.
• Reviewing mortgage offers, searches and title documentation.
• Raising enquiries and preparing comprehensive client reports.
• Liaising with lenders regarding Certificates of Title, mortgage releases and redemption statements.
• Preparing exchange and completion documentation, including completion statements, invoices and undertakings.
• Managing completions and ensuring all parties are updated throughout the transaction.
• Drafting and submitting SDLT returns.
• Dealing with Help to Buy matters where applicable.
• Completing all post-completion work, including Land Registry applications.
• Maintaining accurate case management records and ensuring excellent client service throughout each transaction.

About You

To be considered, you will have:

• Previous experience handling your own residential conveyancing caseload within a law firm or conveyancing practice.
• Experience dealing with a broad range of residential property transactions including sales, purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• A proactive and team-oriented approach.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• The opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative Residential Property team.
• Genuine long-term career progression and development opportunities.
• Ongoing training and support.
• A friendly and professional working environment with an established client base.