Conveyancing Executive

Risdons Solicitors; Dulverton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Enhanced annual leave

Social events and seasonal gifts

Ongoing professional development and培训

Job summary

Risdons Solicitors in Dulverton, Somerset, is seeking an experienced residential conveyancing solicitor to join our busy property team. You will manage a full caseload including sales, purchases, new build, transfers of equity, and rural property matters from instruction to completion.

You will provide clear legal advice, conduct title checks, prepare contracts, liaise with clients, lenders and other solicitors, and ensure compliance with SRA, AML and CQS requirements.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer with residential conveyancing experience.
• Minimum 3+ years post-qualification experience in residential property law.
• Strong knowledge of the conveyancing process and associated legislation.
• Excellent communication, organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced rural setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of residential property transactions from initial instruction to completion.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice on conveyancing issues to clients.
• Conduct title checks, prepare and review contracts, and manage exchange and completion.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, SRA regulations and CQS requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date case records using a case management system.
• Deliver excellent client care and build strong client relationships.
• Identify and mitigate risks in line with firm policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive / Licensed Conveyancer

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Dulverton, Somerset
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Department: Residential Conveyancing
Reports To: Head of Conveyancing

Job Summary:

Risdons Solicitors are looking for an experienced and motivated residential conveyancing professional to join our busy and growing property team, working from our Dulverton office.

The successful candidate will have experience in managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters and will be comfortable dealing with the particular requirements of property transactions in a rural setting. Matters will include residential sales and purchases, new build, transfers of equity, shared ownership and remortgages, together with transactions involving rural and agricultural properties, land and more complex property matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys the variety and complexity that comes with working in a rural property practice and who is keen to develop strong, long-term relationships with clients and local professional contacts.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent client care skills and the ability to work independently, while also contributing positively to a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of residential property transactions from initial instruction to completion.

Provide clear, practical legal advice to clients on a wide range of conveyancing issues.

Conduct title checks, prepare and review contracts, and manage the exchange and completion process.

Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors.

Ensure all legal and compliance requirements are met in line with current legislation, SRA regulations and CQS requirements.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records using a case management system.

Deliver excellent client care and maintain strong professional relationships.

Identify and mitigate risks in line with firm policies and procedures.

Qualifications / Experience:

Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer with conveyancing experience.

Minimum [3+] years PQE or equivalent experience in residential property law.

Strong knowledge of the conveyancing process and associated legislation.

Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office.

Commitment to providing a high standard of client service.

Experience in leasehold, new build, and shared ownership transactions.

Experience with complex property matters.

Knowledge of anti-money laundering and CQS requirements.

Soft Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks

A team player with a positive and service orientated attitude

Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies

Working Conditions:

Office environment with occasional travel to other locations for support.

What we offer:

Company health cash plan

Enhanced annual leave

Social events and seasonal gifts

Ongoing professional development and training

Supportive and inclusive working environment

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