Residential Conveyancer

TSR Legal; Gillingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TSR Legal is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its established property team in Kent. The role offers a path to progression within a respected firm known for technical expertise and client service.

You will manage a varied caseload from instruction to completion, providing clear communication to clients and partners while ensuring files progress efficiently and compliantly. Hybrid working may be available.

Qualifications

• Experience handling residential conveyancing and managing own caseload.
• Qualified in Law/LPC/CILEx or Licensed Conveyancer (or equivalent).
• Strong communication and organisational skills with prioritisation.
• Proactive, commercial approach to client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential property transactions from instruction to completion.
• Provide proactive communication to clients, estate agents, lenders and others.
• Progress files with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Mentor juniors and support staff as needed.
• Contribute to business development and marketing activities.
• Support colleagues during periods of absence and assist the wider team.
• Adhere to regulatory, risk management and compliance standards.
• Keep up-to-date with conveyancing legislation and market developments.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Law degree LPC or qual

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Case management

Business development

Team collaboration

Education

Law degree

LPC

CILEx

Licensed Conveyancer

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Location: Kent Various Office Locations

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based with potential hybrid working

The Opportunity

TSR Legal are pleased to be working with an award-winning law firm is looking to welcome a Residential Conveyancer to its established property team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced conveyancing professional or an ambitious individual looking to take the next step in their career within a firm recognised for its technical expertise, client service and commitment to professional development.

Named Conveyancing Firm of the Year (South) at the LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2024, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and maintaining excellent professional standards.

With a supportive team environment, a commitment to training and clear opportunities for progression, this is an opportunity to develop your career while contributing to the continued success of a respected property practice.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of residential property transactions from instruction through to completion, ensuring matters progress efficiently while maintaining high standards of client care.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing residential conveyancing matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity.
• Providing clear, proactive communication to clients, estate agents, lenders and other parties throughout the transaction.
• Ensuring files are progressed efficiently, with appropriate attention to detail and deadlines.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues and support staff where required.
• Contributing to business development, networking and marketing activities to help strengthen the firm's profile and generate new business.
• Supporting colleagues during periods of absence and contributing to the wider team's success.
• Adhering to regulatory requirements, risk management procedures and internal compliance standards.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of conveyancing legislation, regulations and market developments.

The firm is keen to hear from conveyancing professionals who combine strong technical knowledge with a genuine commitment to client service.

You will ideally have:

• Experience handling residential conveyancing transactions and the ability to manage your own caseload independently.
• A Law Degree, LPC, CILEx qualification or Licensed Conveyancer qualification, although applications from experienced conveyancers without formal qualifications are also welcome.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence using case management systems and digital working processes.
• A proactive, commercially aware approach to client relationships and business development.
• A collaborative attitude and a willingness to support and develop colleagues.
• A genuine interest in developing your technical expertise and progressing your career.

Why Join?

• Award-winning firm: Join a team recognised as Conveyancing Firm of the Year (South) at the LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2024.
• Competitive package: A salary and benefits package tailored to your experience.
• Career progression: Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within an established property team.
• Training and development: Access to a supportive environment with a strong focus on professional development and training.
• Flexible working: Office-based working with potential hybrid arrangements.
• Supportive culture: Work alongside experienced legal professionals in a friendly, collaborative environment.