Licensed Conveyancer / Conveyancing Solicitor

LJ Recruitment; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonuses

Career development and training

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Job summary

LJ Recruitment is seeking a skilled Residential Conveyancer to join our legal team in Bury St Edmunds. You will manage a caseload of residential property transactions from inception to completion, ensuring a smooth conveyancing process.

The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor, licensed conveyancer, or legal executive with a proven track record in residential matters. You will handle title checks, draft contracts and leases, liaise with clients, estate agents, and lenders, and ensure AML and

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, licensed conveyancer, or legal executive with residential conveyancing experience.
• Experience handling varied residential property transactions.
• Strong knowledge of UK property law and Land Registry.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions independently.
• Experience with conveyancing case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of residential conveyancing transactions from inception to completion.
• Conduct title checks and review legal documents.
• Draft and review contracts, leases, and related documents.
• Communicate with clients, estate agents, lenders and third parties.
• Ensure AML and GDPR compliance.
• Carry out searches and land registry applications.
• Provide expert advice on property transactions.
• Maintain accurate case management records.
• Resolve issues proactively to keep transactions on track.
• Manage client expectations and deliver quality service.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Independent worker

Multitasking

Conveyancing experience

Education

Legal qualification

Job description

Job Title:

Residential Conveyancer

Location:

Bury St Edmunds

Salary:

Competitive

Job Type:

Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Residential Conveyancer to join our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload of residential property transactions, ensuring a smooth and efficient conveyancing process from inception to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling all aspects of residential conveyancing transactions including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and leasehold matters.
• Conducting title checks, reviewing legal documents, and identifying potential issues.
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, lease agreements, and other property-related documents.
• Managing correspondence with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory and legal requirements, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and GDPR.
• Carrying out searches, land registry applications, and raising appropriate enquiries.
• Providing expert legal advice to clients regarding property transactions.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case management records.
• Proactively resolving any issues that may arise during the conveyancing process.
• Managing client expectations and delivering excellent customer service.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Qualified solicitor, licensed conveyancer, or legal executive with experience in residential conveyancing.
• Proven track record of handling a varied caseload of residential property matters.
• Strong knowledge of UK property law, Land Registry procedures, and mortgage lending requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience using conveyancing case management systems.

Desirable:

• Experience in dealing with leasehold properties and shared ownership schemes.
• Knowledge of commercial conveyancing would be an advantage.
• Membership of the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) or The Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS).

Benefits:

• Performance-related bonuses.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Support for further training and professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements where applicable.
• Pension scheme