Conveyancing Solicitor / Legal Executive / Licenced Conveyancer

advertised by Devon & Somerset Law Society for Risdons; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm in Taunton seeks a Conveyancing Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer to join their property team. The successful candidate will manage residential property transactions, provide legal advice, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development

Opportunities for career advancement

Generous holiday allowance and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3+ years PQE or equivalent experience in residential property law.
• Strong knowledge of the conveyancing process and legislation.
• Commitment to high standard of client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of residential property transactions from instruction to completion.
• Provide clear legal advice on various conveyancing issues.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and maintain accurate case records.

Skills

Client Service Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Time Management Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

Legal Case Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Conveyancing Solicitor / Legal Executive / Licenced Conveyancer
Location: Taunton
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: DOE
Department: Residential Property / Conveyancing

About the Role:

Risdons Solicitors 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, 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.

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Chartered Legal Executive 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.

Desirable:

• Experience in leasehold, new build, and shared ownership transactions.
• Experience with complex property matters.
• Knowledge of anti-money laundering and CQS requirements.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements (where applicable).
• Supportive team culture with ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Generous holiday allowance and benefits package.

For further information and application contact:

01823 251571
[e-mail]

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