Residential Conveyancer

Mallory Pryce; Chorley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Chorley is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to manage a diverse caseload of property transactions. The ideal candidate will offer exceptional client care, demonstrate strong legal knowledge, and work collaboratively within a dynamic team environment. This is a full-time position providing opportunities for professional advancement in residential property law.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a full residential conveyancing caseload.
• Up-to-date knowledge of residential conveyancing law and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
• Conduct due diligence on title documentation and legal paperwork.
• Draft and finalize contracts and transfer deeds.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Client care

Legal compliance

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Conveyancing software proficiency

Job description

Join a leading and supportive law firm with an excellent reputation in residential property law. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and client-focused Residential Conveyancer to play a key role in our dynamic conveyancing team. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering fantastic breadth of work and opportunities to advance.

Key Responsibilities in Residential Conveyancing

• Independently manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters, including sales, purchases, re‑mortgages, and transfers of equity (covering both freehold and leasehold properties), plus wider complex matters and transactions.
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence on title documentation, searches, and all legal paperwork to ensure compliance with the latest regulations and best practice standards.
• Liaise professionally with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, solicitors, and other stakeholders, providing clear and timely updates at all stages of the conveyancing process.
• Draft, review, and finalise contracts, transfer deeds, completion statements, and other relevant documentation in line with SRA and CQS requirements.
• Efficiently manage exchange and completion, resolve queries and requisitions, and handle all post‑completion formalities including Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) submissions and Land Registry applications.
• Deliver exceptional client care throughout, fostering positive relationships and ensuring a seamless property transaction experience.
• Contribute actively to a collaborative conveyancing team and share knowledge to support continuous improvement and high-quality outcomes.

Essential Skills, Experience, and Knowledge for a Residential Conveyancer

• Proven experience managing a full residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion and registration with minimal supervision.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of residential conveyancing law, SRA and AML compliance, and the Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS).
• Strong organisational abilities with the capability to manage deadlines and competing priorities across multiple conveyancing files.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable providing clear advice to clients and building relationships with professionals at all levels.
• Proficiency using conveyancing case management software and standard office IT systems.

This firm is well established as a specialist in residential and commercial property law, dedicated to technical excellence and client satisfaction. They believe in investing in their employees, valuing ideas, and promoting opportunities for all.