Residential Conveyancer – Plot Sales (FTC) Hybrid

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd; Witham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days annual leave

Life Cover

Contributory Pension

Company Bonus

Private Health

Hybrid working

Onsite Parking

Job summary

An experienced Conveyancer is sought by our client, a leading UK property developer, to join their in-house legal team on a fixed-term contract with potential to go permanent. You will manage residential plot sales, part exchanges and related purchases, ensuring exchanges hit deadlines.

You will prepare documentation, perform title checks, AML due diligence and liaise with purchaser solicitors and the Group Legal Department. Hybrid/onsite working available with scope for progression.

Qualifications

• Experienced conveyancer with knowledge of residential conveyancing, practice and procedure.
• Experience handling plot sales for a residential house builder preferred.
• Self-motivated, adaptable with strong team and communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and run plot sales, part exchanges and purchases for designated group companies.
• Prepare plot documentation and manage lease transfers for efficient completion.
• Conduct title checks and report risks on part exchanges.
• Coordinate with purchaser's solicitors and Group Legal Department.
• Attend meetings with the sales team to review caseload.
• Handle post-completion matters like SDLT returns and land registrations.
• Carry out AML checks.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Residential property

Communication skills

AML checks

Education

Law degree or equivalent

ILEX/CLC qualification

Job description

An experienced Conveyancer is sought by our client, a leading UK property developer, to join their in-house legal team on a fixed-term contract with potential to go permanent. You will manage residential plot sales, part exchanges and related purchases, ensuring exchanges hit deadlines.

You will prepare documentation, perform title checks, AML due diligence and liaise with purchaser solicitors and the Group Legal Department. Hybrid/onsite working available with scope for progression.