Conveyancing Executive

Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Birthday holiday

Home working option (1 day per week)

Free parking

Staff events

Pension

Job summary

Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors in Birkenhead is looking for a Conveyancing Executive or qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years of residential conveyancing experience to manage a mixed caseload under close supervision and with a strong degree of self-management.

You will handle freehold and leasehold transactions, including sales, purchases and remortgages, oversee file management and compliance (AML/KYC, GDPR), and maintain superb client communication while supporting business development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Residential Conveyancing (or equivalent).
• Experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload, including sales, purchases, and re-mortgages.
• Good working knowledge of conveyancing procedures and compliance requirements (AML / KYC).
• Strong communication skills with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Earn fees by actively working towards individual and departmental targets and objectives set by HOD.
• Manage and advise on all aspects of allocated Residential Conveyancing Matters (Freehold/Leasehold, Sale and Purchase, Re-mortgages).
• Arrange and attend meetings with clients ensuring professional service and client care standards.
• Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure objectives.
• Attend court and other off-site requirements when needed.
• Maintain file management and ensure timely closure of files for true live file count.
• Research and analyse documents and case law to ensure accuracy of advice and procedure.
• Stay updated with changes in law by reading journals and reports.
• Ensure compliance with CQS through yearly examinations and training; adhere to AML/KYC procedures.
• Guide other employees and develop client relationships to deliver outstanding service.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Client communication

Regulatory compliance

Self-management

Job description

About the Role

The prime role of the Conveyancing Executive / Solicitor is to earn fees by handling a mixed caseload of residential Conveyancing matters with advice, close guidance and direct supervision from a Solicitor. You are expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative, whilst communicating effectively with partners, colleagues, and clients.

Person Specification & Requirements

• Experienced Conveyancing Executive or Qualified Solicitor
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Residential Conveyancing (or equivalent)
• Experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload, including sales, purchases, and re‑mortgages
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
• Good working knowledge of conveyancing procedures and compliance requirements (AML / KYC)
• Strong communication skills with clients and colleagues
• Professional, client‑focused, and commercially aware
• Pro‑active, organised, and able to work with supervision
• Commitment to confidentiality, regulatory compliance, and ongoing professional development

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for earning fees by actively working towards individual and departmental targets and objectives as set by HOD.
• Responsible for the effective management and advisory service of all aspects of allocated Residential Conveyancing Matters, including but not limited to:
  • Freehold and Leasehold
  • Sale and Purchase
  • Re-mortgages

• Arrange and attend meetings with clients ensuring a professional service and excellent client care standards.
• Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives.
• Attend court and/or any other off-site requirements when needed.
• Monitoring, actioning, and updating various electronic portals.
• Maintaining good file management including closure of files as soon as reasonably practicable to ensure a true live file count.
• Research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure.
• Keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports.
• Be actively involved in ensuring compliance with CQS by undertaking yearly examination and regular training.
• Effective implementation of anti-money laundering legislation and KYC, procedures, and compliance.
• Provide advice and guidance to other employees throughout the Firm.
• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with clients ensuring regular contact throughout the transaction ultimately delivering an outstanding client experience.
• Adhering to process and procedures as directed by the HOD.
• Undertake specific training when required and have overall responsibility towards self-development.
• Be actively involved in ensuring compliance in Lexcel and other standards.
• Ensure the confidentiality of all the firm’s and client’s documentation and information by complying with GDPR.
• Be actively involved in business development activities and networking.
• Undertake any other duties as required by the Directors as necessary for other fee earners and employees.

Benefits and Remuneration

• Competitive salary
• 25 Days Holiday plus public bank holidays (increasing up to 30 with length of service)
• Additional Birthday Holiday*
• Optional 1 day per week home working*
• Free parking
• Staff social and team-building events
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave*
• Auto-enrolment workplace pension*
• Professional development and training opportunities, including webinars
• Paid study leave*
• Practicing certificate renewed annually*
• Breakfast clubs
• Medicash*
• Free eye tests*
• Employee recognition scheme
• Performance-based bonus scheme*
• Friendly, supportive, team environment
• Interesting and meaningful work
• A wealth of experienced solicitors to help guide your career

* Terms and Conditions apply