Estates Conveyancer

J.P. MORGAN; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential property company in Wolverhampton is seeking a professional to manage day-to-day plot sale transactions. Responsibilities include overseeing the sale process, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and achieving departmental performance targets. The ideal candidate has experience in residential conveyancing, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position promotes inclusivity and values a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Inclusivity statement and commitment to diversity

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a plot sales environment or residential conveyancing practice.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Comprehensive understanding of the residential property environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire sale process from initiation to completion.
• Stay updated on home ownership schemes and compliance.
• Conduct purchaser due diligence and manage post-completion tasks.

Skills

Experience in plot sales or residential conveyancing

Knowledge of conveyancing processes

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

Effective communication skills

Calm under high-volume pressure

Education

Minimum of three years relevant experience

Job description

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Job Summary

You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of plot sale transactions for allocated regional Taylor Wimpey Business Units. You will liaise with the Business Unit’s Sales and Technical teams and provide comprehensive reporting and monitoring systems for the progression and completion of plot sale transactions.

You will liaise with and report to the allocated Business Unit(s) on the progression of plots and the resale of part-exchange properties, proactively managing transactions to help the Business Units achieve targets for exchanges and completions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conveyancing Process Management: Oversee the entire sale process from initiating draft contract packs to handling enquiries, exchanging contracts, meeting deadlines, and ensuring successful completion of new home sales.
• Compliance and Knowledge: Stay updated on relevant developments, home ownership schemes (e.g., Home Stepper, First Homes), sales incentive schemes (e.g., Deposit Unlock, Deposit Top Up, Part Exchange), and disposal of leasehold and freehold affordable housing.
• Due Diligence and Compliance: Conduct purchaser due diligence, address Anti-Money Laundering concerns, including source of funds, and manage post-completion tasks such as delivering notices to Landlords/Management Companies.
• Correspondence and Reporting: Generate and handle correspondence, attend to pre-exchange, pre-completion, and post-completion matters. Produce accurate reports and maintain high presentation standards.
• Performance Targets and Efficiency: Achieve departmental performance targets, assist in Business Units' goal attainment, and participate in progression meetings when necessary.
• File Management and Proactive Planning: Maintain meticulous file management adhering to paperless procedures. Proactively plan and organize work, engaging with Line Managers to streamline activities.
• Team Collaboration and Support: Foster teamwork, be approachable and respectful to colleagues, assist during peak periods, and support the Divisional Legal Manager in team training.
• Continuous Improvement and Training: Develop expertise in role-related processes and technical skills. Familiarize with other Business Unit functions and attend relevant training courses.

Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements

• Previous experience in a plot sales environment OR residential conveyancing practice along with a detailed understanding of the residential property environment and a minimum of three years relevant experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of conveyancing processes is essential.
• Experience handling high-volume work and the ability to remain calm and collected.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels and analyze complex legal issues quickly and decisively.

What we offer at Taylor Wimpey

Inclusivity Statement

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions that affect their ability to perform daily activities, ensuring barriers are eliminated in employment opportunities. We guarantee an interview to applicants who declare during the application process that they have a disability and meet the minimum role requirements. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.

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