Conveyancer / Case Handler - up to £30k+ competitive bonus

PLS Solicitors; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive quarterly bonus

Study support options

22 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Employee benefits including counselling

Extras like free conveyancing and mortgage advice

Job summary

A modern law firm in Teesside seeks a Conveyancer / Case Handler for their New Build Team. This role involves managing a caseload, providing updates, and drafting essential documents. The ideal candidate will have experience with conveyancing transactions, strong communication skills, and organizational skills. A supportive environment with competitive bonuses and opportunities for development is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience handling/supporting conveyancing transactions.
• Hands-on experience with Source of Funds checks.
• Confident in writing up reports for searches and sale enquiries.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of New Build transactions.
• Provide guidance and updates to clients and developers.
• Draft contracts and reports.

Skills

Conveyancing transactions

Source of Funds checks

Communication

Relationship-building

Telephone manner

Organisational skills

Tools

Proclaim

Job description

Overview

Conveyancer / Case Handler – New Build Team

Location: Teesside, TS18 3DB (office-based for first 3 months, then hybrid: 2 days office, 3 days WFH)

Hours: Full-time, Mon–Fri, 9:00–17:00

Start Date: ASAP (flexible)

Salary: up to £30k base + competitive uncapped bonus (£8-10k+ p/a once established)

What You’ll Do

• Manage a caseload of New Build transactions from start to finish
• Provide guidance and updates to clients, developers, introducers & agents
• Draft contracts, reports, completion packs, statements & invoices
• Maintain systems and third-party portals (we use Proclaim)
• Build lasting relationships with referrers through excellent service
• Work to exchange and revenue targets with a focus on five-star client feedback

What We’re Looking For

• Experience handling/supporting conveyancing transactions
• Must have hands-on experience with:
• Source of Funds checks (reviewing bank statements, conducting checks directly)
• Searches and sale enquiries (confident in writing up reports, not just ordering)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent telephone manner - confident in explaining the conveyancing process to clients and building and managing relationships with developers
• Organised, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused
• Familiar with case management systems (Proclaim a plus)
• Passionate about delivering great service and achieving results

What You’ll Get in Return

• A supportive, structured 3-month onboarding programme that combines classroom/MS Teams training with a gradual build-up of real-life casework - giving you the tools, confidence, and hands-on support to thrive from day one.
• Competitive quarterly bonus: our case handlers typically earn an average of £8-10k once established, bonus is uncapped and based on your personal performance
• Study support options (employer-funded after 12 months) and ongoing training
• Long-term development opportunities and progression pathways into senior roles
• 22 days holiday (rising to 25) + Bank Holidays, with buy/carry over options
• Employee benefits: death in service, EAP, counselling, and salary sacrifice (tech, nursery fees, gym, cycle, car)
• Extras: free conveyancing, mortgage advice, staff discounts

Why PLS?

We’re a fast-growing, modern law firm where people come first. We value individuality, invest in development, and foster a genuinely supportive culture. Join a team where you can grow, be yourself, and make your mark.

Ready to take the next step in your conveyancing career? Apply today!

Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services