Conveyancing Fee Earner

Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement increases with / 7

Extra holiday purchase up to 1 week

Job summary

Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to join our Residential Property Department. You will manage a varied caseload from instruction to completion and deliver a high-quality client service.

You will draft and review contracts, transfer deeds and reports on title, liaise with agents and lenders, perform searches, and handle post‑completion tasks. Strong knowledge of England and Wales conveyancing, excellent organisation, and proactive

Qualifications

• Manage a residential conveyancing caseload independently from instruction to completion.
• Strong knowledge of conveyancing procedures and England & Wales property law.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work under pressure with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in case management systems and standard office software.
• Qualified as Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Legal Executive preferred; experienced non-qualified fee earners considered.
• Holiday entitlement increases with service and eligible for up to 1 week extra.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters including sales, purchases, remortgages, new builds, and shared ownership.
• Act as main point of contact for clients, updating and guiding throughout the transaction.
• Liaise with estate agents, mortgage lenders, developers, solicitors and third parties.
• Prepare, review and negotiate contracts, transfer deeds and reports on title.
• Undertake searches and due diligence, resolving title issues as needed.
• Respond to pre- and post-contract enquiries promptly and accurately.
• Ensure compliance with SRA Code of Conduct and AML regulations.
• Handle post-completion tasks including SDLT submissions and Land Registry registrations.
• Contribute to departmental growth and client care standards.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Case management systems

Office software

Education

Solicitor

Licensed Conveyancer

Legal Executive

Tools

Case management system

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Conveyancing Fee Earner to join our Residential Property Department . The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters, providing a high-quality service to clients, and ensuring transactions progress smoothly from instruction through to completion.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, new build properties, and shared ownership transactions.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintaining clear and regular communication throughout the transaction to provide updates and guidance.
• Liaise effectively with estate agents, mortgage lenders, developers, solicitors, and other relevant third parties to facilitate the conveyancing process.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate all necessary legal documentation, including draft contracts, transfer deeds, and reports on title.
• Undertake all required searches and due diligence, identifying and resolving any legal or title issues that may arise.
• Respond promptly and accurately to pre-contract and post-contract enquiries.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and professional requirements including the SRA Code of Conduct and Anti-Money Laundering Regulations.
• Deal with all aspects of post-completion work including the submission of Stamp Duty Land Tax returns, registration of titles at HM Land Registry, and closure of files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Contribute to the growth and reputation of the department by maintaining high professional standards and delivering excellent client care.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience of managing a residential conveyancing caseload independently from instruction to completion.
• Strong technical knowledge of conveyancing procedures and property law within England and Wales.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with a proactive and client-focused approach.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficiency in case management systems and standard office software.
• Qualification as a Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive is preferred but experienced non-qualified fee earners will also be considered.
• Holiday entitlement which increases with service
• Ability to purchase up to 1 weeks extra holiday

Why choose to work for us?

Our team work hard to put clients first but we also work hard to develop our staff. We are a very friendly and approachable team and believe in giving staff the support they need to flourish.

Equal opportunities

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer and is fully committed to a policy of treating all of its employees, partners, job applicants and clients equally. The Firm will take all reasonable steps to employ, train and promote employees on the basis of experience, abilities and qualifications without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.