Legal Specialist

Adecco; St Helens; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Conveyancing Fee Earner to join their Residential Conveyancing Team in St Helens. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of residential conveyancing experience and the ability to manage a varied caseload. Responsibilities include communicating with clients and ensuring compliance with all regulations. The role offers a competitive salary and a supportive team environment with opportunities for development and career progression.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in residential conveyancing.
• Strong understanding of legal documentation and due diligence.
• CQS experience/registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
• Communicate clearly with clients, estate agents, and lenders.
• Ensure compliance with AML regulations and SRA requirements.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Client communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Land Registry portals

Lender Exchange

Digital case management systems

Job description

Vacancy: Conveyancing Fee Earner (Unqualified)

Location: St Helens, Merseyside

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to join our client's busy Residential Conveyancing Team in St Helens. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in residential property who can manage files under supervision while delivering an exceptional client experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion.
• Conduct title checks, prepare and review contract packs, raise and respond to enquiries, and handle exchange, completion, and post-completion work.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors.
• Ensure all work complies with AML regulations, SRA requirements and lender panels.
• Keep detailed, accurate file notes and utilise the case management system effectively.

About You

• 5+ years’ experience in residential conveyancing, either running your own files or supporting a busy caseload.
• Strong understanding of the conveyancing process, legal documentation and due diligence requirements.
• CQS experience/registration preferred.
• Exceptional organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• A confident communicator with a commitment to delivering outstanding client care.
• Able to work independently with appropriate supervision and support.
• Experience dealing with leasehold, new build and/or shared ownership transactions.
• Familiarity with Land Registry portals, LMS, Lender Exchange and digital case management systems.

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Clear opportunities for training, development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.