Conveyancing (Plot Sales) Fee Earner

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Gloucester is seeking a Conveyancing (Plot Sales) Fee Earner to manage residential development sales for commercial developer clients. The ideal candidate should be SRA or FCILEx qualified, with strong client relationship management skills. You will benefit from a supportive team environment with a focus on work-life balance. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Training provided

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain and build upon existing client relationships.
• Self-organised and proactive.
• Ability to take responsibility and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Handling site set-up of new development sites following necessary training.
• Drafting contracts, transfers, and leases for plot sales.
• Overseeing completion and submission of SDLT returns and registrations.

Skills

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Solicitor (SRA) or FCILEx qualified

Job description

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Client:

Davies and Partners Solicitors

Location:

gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

08.08.2025

Expiry Date:

22.09.2025

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Job Description:

Conveyancing (Plot Sales) Fee Earner

Davies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years experience. It has a national reputation for excellence in the Property sector and strength in depth in a wide selection of other legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham, London and Devon. Davies and Partners Solicitors strongly believe that their staff are the heart of the company and are therefore driven to ensure that all employees experience and maintain a good work-life balance. This role has arisen due to the retirement of a team member who is retiring after 30 years within the team.
Job Purpose

To be responsible for all aspects of Residential Development sales on behalf of commercial developer clients including the day to day running of sale files, part exchanges and site set ups with appropriate training. The firm boasts regional and national heavyweight clients including FTSE100 listed companies and various 5-star HBF rated builders ensuring top quality, interesting work in a friendly and supportive environment with high retention rates within the department. The role will be based within the Gloucester office together with around 20 other specialist staff. Training will be provided and therefore whilst property knowledge is required (whether Commercial or Residential) previous experience of residential development is not required.
Key Duties and Responsibilities

Handling site set-up of new development sites following any necessary training
Handling of road, sewer, infrastructure and services agreements and transfers, leases or grants of easement to statutory authorities
Drafting of contracts, transfers and leases for plot sales
Drafting of contracts and transfers in relation to part-exchange and resale transactions
Responding to enquiries raised by buyers legal representatives
Reporting to clients on part-exchange properties
Handling of Exchange and Completion of sales and purchases
Overseeing completion and submission of SDLT returns and registrations
Achieving legitimate billing in line with figures agreed by the Head of Department
The day-to day supervision of any others working directly for you
All other legal matters in relation to a development site following its acquisition
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications

Solicitor (SRA) or FCILEx qualified
Skills/Knowledge

Ability to maintain and build upon existing client relationships
Self-organised and proactive
Ability to take responsibility and solve problems
Attention to detail
Ability to maintain client confidentiality
Adaptable to the needs of the business as changes occur during the operational requirements
Competent in the effective use of Information and Communications Technologies (lCT).
The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Desirable Criteria

Newly Qualified 2 years experience
Possess a detailed understanding of Property Law
Location: Barnwood, Gloucester. GL4 3RT
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
You may also have experience in the following: Fee Earner, Solicitor (SRA), Legal Executive (FCILEx), Qualified Conveyancer, Property Law Specialist, Residential Conveyancing, Commercial Developer Clients, Legal Reporting, Title Review and Transfers, Plot Sales, Development Sales, Residential Development, Site Set-up, Plot Conveyancing, Land & Development Sales, Infrastructure Agreements, Statutory Agreements, SDLT and Land Registry, Exchange and Completion, etc.
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