Residential Conveyancer/Solicitor

Thomas Legal; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Property Lawyer/Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Gloucester. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of residential conveyancing matters while mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and a proven track record in client relationship management. You will be part of a forward-thinking company that values professional growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid working options and generous annual leave. If you are self-motivated and eager to contribute to a thriving team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working (home and office)

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

One-month fully paid sabbatical

Monthly employee recognition awards

Holiday Trading Scheme

Life Assurance

Health Care Cash Plan

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Discounted corporate gym membership

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in residential conveyancing.
• Strong knowledge of SDLT requirements and dealing with unregistered properties.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing work.
• Supervise and develop junior team members.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Client relationship management

Team management

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Job description

Location: Brunswick House, Gloucester Business Park

Hours: Monday – Friday 9am-5pm (35 hours per week)

THE ROLE:

Due to our continued growth and expansion, we are looking to recruit an experienced Property Lawyer/Solicitor to join our dynamic team. We are looking for truly passionate and self-motivated individuals who can build upon and directly input to the continued success of our business.

Strong client relationship skills are essential to meet the needs and expectations of our clients and ever-growing introducer base, who expect a high level of professional service at all times.

The successful candidate will report to the Directors, managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing work whilst supervising and developing junior members of staff.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience running a complex caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
• Strong knowledge and technical experience of:
  • Residential conveyancing across the full range of sale, purchase and remortgage matters.
  • Leasehold and lease extension work.
  • Transfers of Equity.
  • New build.
  • SDLT requirements, including relevant reliefs and exemptions, in residential conveyancing matters.
  • Dealing with unregistered properties.
  • The impact of restrictions and cautions lodged against a property and how these might be removed.
• Strong team management skills with the ability to develop, coach and mentor junior team members.
• Proven track record of winning new business and developing strong relationships with Estate Agents & Brokers.

PERSONAL APTITUDE & SKILLS:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and to work under pressure.
• Self-motivated.
• Ability to enthuse others.

A comprehensive flexible benefits package for all staff which includes:

• Hybrid working (home and office).
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Additional annual leave for long service including a one-month fully paid sabbatical.
• Monthly employee recognition awards.
• Holiday Trading Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Health Care Cash Plan.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• EAP service and wellbeing programme.
• Study Support Programme.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Discounted corporate gym membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted shopping/restaurants scheme.
• Free monthly breakfasts and lunches.
• Teambuilding, sporting, and social events throughout the year, both company-wide events and in individual teams.

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