Residential Conveyancer

Henderson Scott Limited; Poole; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Training and development

Employee discount scheme

Social events and team culture

Long-term progression

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited is recruiting a Residential Conveyancer in Dorset (Broadstone). You will manage a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion, including freehold/leasehold sales, new builds, transfers of equity and remortgages.

The role requires a Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with strong knowledge of property law, AML compliance, and experience using case management systems.

Qualifications

• Must have strong experience handling a residential conveyancing caseload (sales, purchases, remortgages).
• Excellent knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures.
• Familiarity with AML requirements and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion.
• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, including new build transactions and transfers of equity.
• Raising and responding to enquiries, preparing contracts and mortgage documentation, and managing exchange and completion processes.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders and solicitors to maintain progress.

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

AML compliance

Case management systems

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive / Licensed Conveyancer

Tools

Case management systems

Online conveyancing portals

Job description

Residential Conveyancer

Location: Dorset (Broadstone)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Full Remuneration Package: £55,000-£70,000 DOE

A well-established Dorset law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its growing property team in Broadstone.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Licensed Conveyancer, Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to take over an active caseload of residential property matters within a supportive and collaborative environment. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high levels of client service and is continuing to invest in the growth of its conveyancing offering.

The Role

You will manage a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion, including:

• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• New build transactions
• Transfers of equity
• Re-mortgages
• Reviewing title documentation and search results
• Raising and responding to enquiries
• Preparing contracts, transfers and mortgage documentation
• Managing exchange and completion processes
• SDLT submissions and HM Land Registry registrations
• Maintaining regular communication with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors

The role offers a strong level of autonomy whilst benefiting from support from an experienced and collaborative team.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer
• Strong experience handling a residential conveyancing caseload
• Excellent knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures
• Familiarity with AML requirements and regulatory compliance
• Experience using case management systems and online conveyancing portals
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Client-focused with excellent communication abilities
• Able to work efficiently in a busy transactional environment

What's On Offer

• Full remuneration package of £55,000-£70,000 DOE
• Established and growing property department
• Active caseload from day one
• On-site parking
• Company events and social activities
• Access to online training and professional development
• Employee discount scheme
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Long-term progression opportunities within a growing firm