Conveyancer - New Homes - Taunton - 2+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded law firm is seeking a qualified Conveyancer with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience to join its specialist New Homes team in Taunton. You will manage your own caseload, set up new build sites, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and a proactive mindset. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including health cash plan and enhanced annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company health cash plan

Enhanced annual leave

Social events and seasonal gifts

Recruitment referral scheme

Ongoing professional development and training

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in residential or new build conveyancing.
• Confidence in managing matters independently.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload and support the New Homes team.
• Set up new build sites and manage sales transactions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Technical and case management skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal abilities

Attention to detail

Proactive, team-oriented mindset

Job description

Conveyancer - New Homes - Taunton - 2+ Years PQE

Location: Taunton, Somerset (Hybrid)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £50,000 to £75,000 (depending on experience)

A well-regarded law firm in Somerset is seeking a qualified Conveyancer with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience to join its specialist New Homes team in Taunton. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high-performing, collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional service in the new build sector.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing your own caseload and supporting the wider New Homes team, including:

• Setting up new build sites and managing related sales transactions
• Completing legal reports for team members
• Overseeing daily operations and supporting team training, progression, and wellbeing
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, including SRA and CQS accreditation
• Managing team capacity and workflow
• Providing coaching and problem-solving support on conveyancing matters
• Assessing risk and offering pragmatic legal advice on complex cases
• Handling Help to Buy, freehold, leasehold, shared ownership, and associated sales

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in residential or new build conveyancing
• Strong technical and case management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company health cash plan
• Enhanced annual leave
• Social events and seasonal gifts
• Recruitment referral scheme
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

📧 Email: [e-mail]

📞 Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.