Conveyancer

Dunnebier; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal practice in Sheffield is seeking a qualified Conveyancer to manage a diverse caseload, ensuring exceptional client care and collaboration within a dynamic team. Candidates should have 1-3 years of post-qualified experience and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. Full-time, permanent role with a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a post-qualified experience of 1 to 3 years in conveyancing.
• Confident in handling a diverse caseload with minimal supervision.
• Ability to deliver exceptional client care.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse residential and/or commercial conveyancing caseload.
• Provide legal advice and handle routine conveyancing queries.
• Liaise with third parties like solicitors and estate agents.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to manage a caseload

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor, legal executive, or licensed conveyancer

1–3 years PQE

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a qualified Conveyancer to join a busy and dynamic team in the heart of Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual with 1 to 3 years of post-qualified experience to contribute to a high-performing department within a well-established legal practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse residential and/or commercial conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion.
• Deliver exceptional client care and ensure a smooth, first-class experience for all clients.
• Demonstrate a commercially aware approach to case management and decision-making.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment.
• Ensure key client and business outcomes are consistently met.

Core duties

• Provide accurate and timely legal advice to individuals and companies.
• Handle routine conveyancing queries across various communication platforms.
• Liaise professionally with third parties including solicitors, estate agents, mortgage lenders, IFAs, landlords, and management companies.

Transactions

• Examine and check legal title.
• Raise pre-contract enquiries and review responses.
• Apply for and review property searches.
• Prepare SDLT returns and supporting documentation.
• Draft and review deeds, including statutory declarations, deeds of variation or rectification, easements, etc.
• Assess funding sources and mortgage documentation.

Sale transactions

• Prepare contracts and supporting title documentation, including for complex titles or unregistered land.
• Compile Epitomes of Title and conduct relevant searches.
• Review enquiries and assist legal assistants with contract preparation.
• Sign off at relevant stages of the transaction lifecycle.

Other transaction types

• Manage re-mortgages, assents, transfers of equity, matrimonial sales, and conveyancing related to deceased estates.

About you

• A qualified solicitor, legal executive, or licensed conveyancer with 1–3 years PQE.
• Confident in running your own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in using case management systems.

Location: Sheffield City Centre

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience