Conveyancing Lawyer (West Kirby) Hybrid

QED Legal; Wirral; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Two volunteering days per year

Medicash health benefits

Annual salary review

Job summary

QED Legal is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor or Conveyancer to join its Wirral-based residential property team. The role handles a range of conveyancing matters from instruction to completion, with a focus on client service, accuracy and timeliness.

The successful candidate will have 3+ years' PQE in residential conveyancing, be commercially aware, highly organised and capable of working independently within a supportive team. Hybrid working is available after onboarding.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE in residential conveyancing or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures
• Experience managing transactions from instruction to completion
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Strong organisational and case-management abilities
• Ability to work independently while contributing to the team

Responsibilities

• Taking instructions from clients and providing clear practical legal advice
• Managing residential property transactions from instruction through to completion
• Dealing with sales, purchases and related conveyancing matters
• Liaising with clients, lenders, estate agents and other solicitors
• Reviewing contracts, searches and mortgage offers
• Advising on SDLT and other transaction-related liabilities
• Maintaining accurate case records and diarising key dates
• Contributing to business development and client relationship building

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

Client communication

Organisation & time management

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Lender & third-party liaison

Commercial awareness

Business development/networking

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Licensed Conveyancer

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer
Location: West Kirby
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
Job Type: Full Time
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working available

The Opportunity

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor / Residential Conveyancer to join its established residential property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or experienced Residential Property Lawyer with 3+ years' PQE to join a supportive and collaborative team where quality of work, client service and professional development are genuinely valued.

The firm has built a strong reputation for providing a high-quality, client-focused legal service and offers a positive working environment where individuals are supported to develop their careers.

Salary is up to £45,000 depending on experience, alongside a strong benefits package and hybrid working.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have at least 3 years' PQE or equivalent experience in residential conveyancing and be confident managing a caseload of residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion.

You will be an organised, commercially aware and client-focused Residential Property Solicitor or Conveyancer who can work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

You should have:

• 3+ years' PQE or equivalent residential conveyancing experience
• Strong knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures
• Experience managing residential property transactions from instruction to completion
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Strong organisational and case management abilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
• Experience dealing with lenders, estate agents and other third parties
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach
• The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the residential property market
• An interest in networking and business development

Key Responsibilities

• Taking instructions from clients and providing clear, practical legal advice
• Managing residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion
• Dealing with sales, purchases and associated conveyancing matters
• Liaising with clients, lenders, mortgage brokers, estate agents and other solicitors
• Reviewing contracts, searches, survey reports and mortgage offers
• Advising clients on property ownership and associated legal issues
• Ensuring compliance with lender requirements
• Conducting client due diligence, conflict checks and ongoing risk assessments
• Dealing with source of funds and source of wealth requirements
• Advising clients on SDLT and other transaction-related liabilities
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, transfer documents, SDLT forms and other conveyancing documentation
• Managing exchange of contracts and completion deadlines
• Maintaining regular communication with clients and keeping them updated throughout transactions
• Dealing with post-completion requirements, including Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions
• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring all key dates are diarised
• Ensuring compliance with professional, regulatory and internal procedures
• Accurately recording time and adhering to billing and performance targets
• Contributing to business development, networking and relationship-building activity where appropriate

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000 DOE
• 20–25 days' annual leave depending on experience
• 23 days' holiday for candidates joining with 3+ years' PQE
• 25 days' holiday for candidates with 5+ years' PQE
• Bank holidays
• Additional 3 days' leave between Christmas and New Year
• Hybrid working available
• Paid sick leave
• Dependants' leave
• Birthday leave
• Two paid volunteering days per year
• Health benefits through Medicash after qualifying service
• Staff discounts on Wills, LPAs and Residential Conveyancing
• Wellbeing initiatives and social events
• Bonus and reward schemes
• Employee referral programme
• Employee recognition scheme
• Quarterly client care rewards
• Structured performance reviews and career development
• Annual salary and bonus review

Working Arrangements

The role offers hybrid working, although the successful candidate will ideally be office-based during their initial six-month probationary period to allow them to fully integrate into the team, systems and working practices.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor, Residential Conveyancer, Licensed Conveyancer or experienced Property Lawyer looking for a long-term career with an established firm that genuinely values its people.

You will join a supportive residential property team, benefit from structured development and enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working once established in the role.