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Senior Property Lawyer

Senior Property Lawyer - Hybrid Working - £45K OTE with Uncapped Bonus Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Property Lawyer to join our team in Cardiff. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in conveyancing and experience managing their own caseload. If you're looking for a hybrid working environment with the opportunity to earn an uncapped bonus, this could be the perfect role for you!

As a Senior Property Lawyer, you will be responsible for overseeing an average caseload of 50 files, managing all stages of the conveyancing process from instruction to completion. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Managing the full conveyancing cycle: From taking instructions, preparing and submitting legal documents (contracts, letters, Land Registry, HMRC forms) to handling exchange and completion.
2. Pre-Completion Tasks: Carrying out Land Registry and conveyancing searches, ensuring all necessary paperwork and funds are in place to facilitate exchange and completion.
3. Post-Completion Tasks: Managing file closures, preparing applications to the Land Registry, submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns, and maintaining accurate ledgers.
4. Maintaining compliance: Ensuring files are kept up-to-date and in line with regulatory requirements.
5. Client & Third-Party Communication: Liaising with clients, third parties, and colleagues to ensure smooth progress of all matters.

1. Competitive salary with uncapped bonus potential.
2. Hybrid working: Flexibility to work from home, with in-office support as required.
3. Career development: Guidance and support from your supervising Conveyancer, along with opportunities to pursue professional qualifications.
4. Supportive team environment: Work in a collaborative pod structure, learning from and contributing to a team of talented Property Lawyers and Managers.
5. Additional benefits: Group Life Assurance Scheme and bonus scheme.

1. Experience: Previous fee-earning/caseload management experience in conveyancing is essential.
2. Qualifications: While qualifications such as a Law Degree, LPC, or qualification as a Licensed Conveyancer, Solicitor, or Legal Executive (FCILEX) are preferred, they are not mandatory.
3. Strong communicator: Ability to manage client relationships, handle communications effectively, and maintain clear and accurate records.

Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.