Residential Conveyancer / Solicitor / CILEX

LHH; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable firm in Dorset is hiring a Residential Conveyancer, Solicitor or CILEX professional. This role involves managing a caseload and delivering top-notch legal services while supporting the department's growth. The firm values high-quality service and is open to both newly qualified and experienced conveyancers.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional legal services, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Manage a profitable caseload with the highest professionalism.
• Maintain well-organized files according to standards.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Legal Knowledge

Communication skills

Time Management

Education

CILEX qualification or Solicitor qualification

Job description

Residential Conveyancer / Solicitor / CILEX

Residential Conveyancer / Solicitor / CILEX

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Reporting to: Head of Conveyancing

Are you a talented and motivated Solicitor, CILEX lawyer, or Conveyancer looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic Conveyancing Department? Our client, a reputable firm based in Dorset is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team and assist in delivering high-quality legal services while contributing to the growth of the department.

We welcome applications from both newly qualified solicitors and experienced unlicensed conveyancers with a strong background in residential property. If you’ve built up solid conveyancing experience over the years—even without formal qualification—we’d still love to hear from you.

Overall Purpose:

In this role, you will assist in managing a profitable caseload, ensuring that client needs are met with the highest standards of professionalism. You will support the Head of Conveyancing in all aspects of the department's operations and play an active role in adapting to new legislation and evolving practises.

Main Duties:

• Deliver exceptional legal services to clients, maintaining a focus on quality and client satisfaction.
• Apply the Solicitors Accounts Rules to all financial matters, ensuring compliance and professionalism.
• Uphold the firm's core risk management and quality systems, including effective file management and conflict checking.
• Maintain well-organised files that comply with Law Society standards and internal requirements.
• draught clear, concise letters of advice, emails, and documents that accurately reflect client needs and instructions.
• Regularly review and progress files, keeping all relevant parties informed throughout the process.
• Seek assistance when work extends beyond your expertise and take proactive steps to manage your workload to meet targets.
• utilise the firm's IT systems efficiently to enhance productivity.
• Report any errors on files immediately to maintain high standards of service.
• Supervise and review the work delegated to support staff to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Foster positive working relationships with colleagues, clients, and third-party contacts.
• Participate in departmental marketing efforts to raise the profile of the firm and the Conveyancing Department.
• Engage in networking opportunities to develop both professional and personal networks.

General Responsibilities:

• Stay current with the latest legal and practise developments through ongoing education and training.
• Uphold client confidentiality at all times and maintain a positive demeanour with colleagues and clients alike.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed to support the firm’s collective goals.
• familiarise yourself with and adhere to the firm’s values and policies.

Personal Attributes:

• A commitment to delivering high-quality legal services and a willingness to adapt to change.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks to achieve targets.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A chance to contribute to a thriving Conveyancing Department and make a real difference.

If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career and join a firm dedicated to excellence in client service, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be part of a team that values professionalism, integrity, and growth.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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