Conveyancing Solicitor

Elite Touch Group; Horton Cross, Yeovil, Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established client in the property sector is seeking a Residential Conveyancer to manage a diverse caseload of residential property transactions. The successful candidate will provide legal advice, oversee transactions from instruction to completion, and ensure compliance with legal standards. Ideal applicants will have extensive experience and strong client service skills. A competitive salary and various benefits including health cash plan and ongoing professional development are offered in a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company health cash plan

Enhanced annual leave

Social events and seasonal gifts

Recruitment referral scheme

Ongoing professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in handling a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
• Strong knowledge of the conveyancing process and associated legislation.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks in line with firm policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of residential property transactions from instruction to completion.
• Provide clear legal advice to clients on a wide range of conveyancing issues.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors.

Skills

Client service skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer

Minimum [1–3+] years PQE in residential property law

Tools

Legal case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCER

TAUNTON

Our well established client are looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join our busy and growing property team. The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters, including sales and purchases (to include new build), transfers of equity, shared ownership and remortgages. This role requires strong client service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative 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 [1–3+] 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.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary

• Company health cash plan

• Enhanced annual leave

• Social events and seasonal gifts

• Recruitment referral scheme

• Ongoing professional development and training

• Supportive and inclusive working environment