Conveyancer

Conveyancers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A reputable law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Conveyancer to efficiently manage a caseload of approximately 75 residential property files. This role encompasses oversight of the entire conveyancing process, from instruction through to completion, and involves liaising with clients, estate agents, and lenders. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 3 years’ independent conveyancing experience and a strong knowledge of residential property law.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing a conveyancing caseload independently.
• Strong technical knowledge of residential property law and Land Registry procedures.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience using case management systems (e.g. Redbrick or similar).
• Commitment to service excellence and compliance with professional conduct rules.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Supportive team environment with structured administrative and PC assistance.
• Professional development and progression opportunities within a growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of around 75 active residential property transactions.
• Oversee the entire conveyancing process from instruction to completion.
• Review and approve draft contracts and title documentation.
• Provide legal and technical supervision to ensure high-quality client service and compliance with CLC/SRA and AML standards.
• Liaise effectively with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors to progress matters promptly and maintain strong client communication.
• Handle complex matters or escalations requiring professional judgment or negotiation.
• Monitor progress and performance of allocated files, ensuring compliance with internal KPIs and risk management protocols.

Skills

Minimum 3 years’ experience managing a conveyancing caseload

Strong technical knowledge of residential property law

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Experience using case management systems

Commitment to service excellence

AML standards

Tools

Redbrick

Job description

Contact: Pat Nathan [e-mail]

Deadline for application: End of April

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Conveyancer to manage a live caseload of approximately 75 residential property files. The role is supported by a dedicated processing team responsible for drafting papers, ordering searches, producing reports on title, and by a post-completion (PC) team managing completion and registration matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of around 75 active residential property transactions, including freehold, leasehold, and new build matters.
• Oversee the entire conveyancing process from instruction through to completion, ensuring all milestones are achieved efficiently and compliantly.
• Review and approve draft contracts, searches, and title documentation prepared by the support team.
• Provide legal and technical supervision to ensure high-quality client service and compliance with CLC/SRA and AML standards.
• Liaise effectively with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors to progress matters promptly and maintain strong client communication.
• Handle complex matters or escalations requiring professional judgment or negotiation.
• Monitor progress and performance of allocated files, ensuring compliance with internal KPIs and risk management protocols.

Support Structure

• Processing Team: Prepares draft contracts, initiates searches, and compiles title and report documentation.
• Post-Completion (PC) Team: Manages completion statements, registration, and post-completion formalities.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing a conveyancing caseload independently.
• Strong technical knowledge of residential property law and Land Registry procedures.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with ability to manage volume work efficiently.
• Experience using case management systems (e.g. Redbrick or similar).
• Commitment to service excellence and compliance with professional conduct rules.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Supportive team environment with structured administrative and PC assistance.
• Professional development and progression opportunities within a growing firm.