Senior Conveyancing Solicitor

Cameron Clarke Associates t/a talent-finder; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive

Job summary

Cameron Clarke Associates t/a talent-finder is seeking a Senior Conveyancing Solicitor to manage a residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion at their Salford Quays office. This full-time, hybrid role offers a salary of £35,000–£40,000 per year depending on experience, with a bonus incentive.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team, handle freehold and leasehold matters, and ensure high standards of client care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Solicitor admitted in England and Wales with an active practising certificate.
• Approximately 3 years PQE in residential conveyancing preferred, but consider varied levels with appropriate knowledge.
• Experience with shared ownership or Building Safety Act knowledge would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage own residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion.
• Handle freehold/leasehold sales and purchases, transfers of equity, and new-builds.
• Review titles, contracts, and search results; conduct title checks and respond to enquiries.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Caseload management

Client care

Communication

Organization

Initiative

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

Solicitor qualification England & Wales

Job description

Senior Conveyancing Solicitor

Salford Quays | Full Time | Permanent | Hybrid Working

£35,000-£40,000 per annum DOE + Bonus Incentive

Ready to take the next step in your conveyancing career?

We are a well-established and growing solicitors' firm with over 25 years' experience, looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Conveyancing Solicitor to join our team at our modern office space in Salford Quays.

We are entering an exciting period of growth and are looking for someone who wants more than simply their next job. We want someone who would like to become an important part of a friendly, supportive and close-knit team, where their experience, ideas and contribution are valued.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced conveyancing professional who is confident managing their own caseload, takes pride in delivering excellent client care and wants the opportunity to develop and progress as the firm continues to grow.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing your own residential conveyancing caseload from initial instruction through to completion, working closely with colleagues and maintaining excellent communication with clients and other professionals throughout each transaction.

• Managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion
• Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Transfers of equity
• New-build transactions
• Unregistered properties
• Reviewing titles, draft contract packs and search results
• Conducting title checks and raising and responding to enquiries
• Drafting and reviewing contracts and other legal documentation
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders, solicitors and other professionals
• Keeping clients and relevant parties regularly updated throughout their transaction
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records
• Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and in accordance with regulatory requirements and firm procedures
• Delivering an excellent standard of client care throughout the transaction
• Experience of shared ownership matters, bridging finance and knowledge of the Building Safety Act would be advantageous, although not essential.

Qualification

You must be a qualified Solicitor admitted in England and Wales, holding a current practising certificate.

Applications from candidates who are not admitted solicitors will not be considered for this role.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is professional, approachable and confident managing their own caseload, while also enjoying being part of a smaller team where everyone works together.

This role is open to qualified solicitors only. You must be admitted as a Solicitor in England and Wales and hold a current practising certificate; applications from legal executives, licensed conveyancers, unqualified fee earners and other non-solicitor candidates cannot be considered.

Ideally, you will have around 3 years' PQE or equivalent residential conveyancing experience, although candidates with different levels of experience will be considered where they can demonstrate the appropriate knowledge and ability.

• Strong residential conveyancing experience
• Confidence managing your own caseload
• Excellent and personable client care
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• A proactive approach and ability to use your own initiative
• Ability to remain calm and professional when working under pressure
• A collaborative approach and enjoyment of working within a close-knit