Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or CLC Qualified Conveyancer

Alsters Kelley LLP; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One-off bonus of £500 (gross pay)

Job summary

A legal firm is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer Solicitor, CILEX, or CLC to join their Property Department in Coventry. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing residential conveyancing tasks, supervising support staff, and fostering business development within the department. A minimum of three years of experience is required, along with strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of conveyancing procedures. The role offers a £500 bonus upon successful probation completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years residential conveyancing experience in sales, purchases, TOE, shared ownership, and leasehold.
• Experience with Lexcel standards is desirable.
• Driving license and own vehicle essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake residential conveyancing work on behalf of clients.
• Supervise and mentor support staff.
• Manage budgets to be met.
• File management to standards defined by the Firm.
• Drive business development within the Property Department.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Knowledge of conveyancing procedures

Education

Qualified Solicitor, CILEX or CLC

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Case Management Systems

Job description

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Residential Conveyancer Solicitor, CILEX, CLC within the Property Department, to be based at either our Southam or Banbury Office.

The successful candidate will carry out all aspects of residential conveyancing, along with managing and supporting a small team at one office to ensure that work is carried out in an expeditious manner, meeting the standards required by Lexcel and CQS. You will also develop business opportunities within the Property Department, working closely with the Head of Department and other team members.

If you apply direct and successfully pass your probation period, you will receive a one-off bonus of £500 (gross pay).

• Undertake residential conveyancing work on behalf of clients of the Firm
• Supervising and mentoring support staff within the Firm’s structure and other staff as necessary
• Dealing with clients, intermediaries and HM Land Registry etc. both in person and over the telephone
• File management to the standards defined by the Firm
• Ensure budgets are managed and met
• Undertake file audits within the team
• Pro-active business development of self and Firm
• Undertake any reasonable instructions given by management within the limits of this employment description
• Undertake continuing competency training to include compulsory CQS training
• Supporting and reporting to the Head of Conveyancing
• Qualified Solicitor, CILEX or CLC, with a minimum of 3 years residential conveyancing experience in sales, purchases, TOE, shared ownership and leasehold
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good organisation and administration skills
• Ability to be a team player
• A sound knowledge of conveyancing procedures, CQS Protocol and Anti-Money Laundering legislation
• Experience of Lexcel standard is desirable
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Case Management Systems experience of using Tikit is desirable
• You may be required to work at the other offices of the Firm from time to time be as required by the management
• Driving license and use of own vehicle essential