Residential Conveyancer – Own Caseload & Career Growth

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 hour working week

Four weeks' annual leave

Generous bonus scheme

Employee pension scheme

Support for personal goals and ongoing

Career development

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to join a well-established Reading-based firm’s residential property team. You will manage a varied caseload from instruction to completion, delivering high-quality client care and professional service.

The role suits an experienced conveyancer or solicitor who is confident handling busy transactions, communicates clearly with clients and third parties, and is motivated to progress cases efficiently in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload independently.
• Confident handling of domestic conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion.
• Excellent communication and client care skills, able to build relationships with clients and third parties.
• IT literate with strong word processing skills and the ability to use case management systems.
• Able to work independently, use initiative and seek guidance when needed.
• A supportive team player with a practical approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of residential property transactions, including freehold, leasehold, new build, registered and unregistered properties, sales, purchases, remortgages and equity release.
• Providing initial quotations, taking client instructions and opening files.
• Preparing and issuing draft contract papers, raising enquiries and submitting searches.
• Preparing purchase reports, arranging contract exchanges and dealing with completion formalities.
• Handling post completion matters, including Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions, Land Registry applications, notices and requisitions.
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents and developers by telephone, email and in person.
• Attending client meetings and arranging the signing of documents.
• Managing transactions proactively, identifying potential issues and negotiating solutions to keep matters progressing.
• Maintaining accurate files, recording time, confirming advice in writing and ensuring matters are closed and billed appropriately.
• Supporting colleagues and providing supervision to conveyancing caseworkers where required.
• Experience with wills and probate would be advantageous, although training can be provided for the right candidate.

Job description

QED Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to join a well-established Reading-based firm’s residential property team. You will manage a varied caseload from instruction to completion, delivering high-quality client care and professional service.

The role suits an experienced conveyancer or solicitor who is confident handling busy transactions, communicates clearly with clients and third parties, and is motivated to progress cases efficiently in a fast-paced