Experienced Conveyancer - Residential Sale and Purchase

Conveyancers; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Conveyancers is seeking an Experienced Conveyancer for a hybrid role based in Chester or Weston-super-Mare. The successful candidate will manage property transactions, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while providing exceptional service to clients. Required qualifications include 3-5 years of residential conveyancing experience and relevant licenses. The position offers a salary between £38,000 and £42,000 with a focus on personal client interaction. Own transport is essential to commute to the office.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of residential conveyancing experience managing your own caseload.
• Confident in handling freehold and leasehold transactions independently.
• Strong client communication skills - able to empathize with clients' difficult circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end process of property transactions, including sales, purchases.
• Preparing and reviewing legal documentation such as contracts and mortgage documents.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, and solicitors to facilitate smooth transactions.
• Ensuring all transaction deadlines are met efficiently.

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

Client communication skills

Legal documentation preparation

Education

CILEx, CLC license, or law degree

Job description

Experienced Conveyancer - Residential Sale and Purchase

Job Title: Experienced Conveyancer - Residential Sale and Purchase; Job Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Hybrid - Chester or Weston-super-Mare plus remote

Salary: £38,000-42,000

Contact: Wendy Brown, Operations Manager [e-mail]

Description:

About Sail Legal

We are an exciting and specialist conveyancing firm, working in probate and divorce sales, transfers and associated work. We are growing fast and have an exciting opportunity for the right people to join our team, based at one of our offices in Chester or Weston-super-Mare. We are currently recruiting for a paralegal and a licensed conveyancer.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced dedicated and detail-oriented Conveyancer to join our legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing property transactions, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and providing exceptional service to clients. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their career within property law, working in a fast-paced environment that values organisation and effective communication. The position is suitable for experienced professionals in conveyancing.

Responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end process of property transactions, including sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfers of equity
• Preparing and reviewing legal documentation such as contracts, transfer deeds, and mortgage documents
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, and solicitors to facilitate smooth transactions
• Conducting property searches and due diligence to ensure legal compliance
• Organising and maintaining accurate case files and documentation
• Ensuring all transaction deadlines are met efficiently and effectively
• Providing clear updates and advice to clients throughout the conveyancing process
• Assisting with administrative tasks related to property transactions as required

What we are looking for

• 3-5 years residential conveyancing experience managing your own caseload
• CILEx, CLC license, or law degree
• Confident handling freehold and leasehold transactions independently
• Strong client communication skills - our clients are often going through difficult circumstances and need a human touch
• Able to commute to Weston-super-Mare or Chester at least twice a week, and to Chester for initial training (expenses paid).

The role can be based in Chester or Weston-super-Mare and is hybrid, requiring at least 2 full days a week at one of these offices. Own transport is essential.