Property Lawyer

TN United Kingdom; Dunedin; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Property Lawyers to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload while benefiting from a supportive environment that fosters professional growth. With the potential for hybrid working arrangements, you will collaborate with experienced colleagues and receive guidance from a supervising Conveyancer, enhancing your career development. The company values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If you are passionate about property law and looking to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Guidance from a supervising Conveyancer

Supportive team environment

Remote working opportunities

Option to purchase additional holiday

Group Life Assurance Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing conveyancing caseloads is essential.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of 50 files covering all aspects of conveyancing.
• Drafting legal documents and communicating with clients and third parties.

Skills

Conveyancing

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Law Degree

LPC

Licensed Conveyancer

Solicitor

FCILEX

Tools

Case Management Systems

Microsoft Office

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£37k OTE with uncapped bonus opportunity - Hybrid working

We are looking to recruit Property Lawyers to join our team in St Leonards on Sea. This role is suitable for individuals with experience in conveyancing and managing their own caseloads.

Key responsibilities of a Property Lawyer

1. Managing an average caseload of 50 files, covering all aspects of conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion, registration, and closure.
2. Taking instructions, maintaining accurate file notes, communicating with clients and third parties, and drafting legal documents such as Precedent Letters, Contract Packs, Title Reports, Exchange and Completion letters, and Land Registry and HMRC forms.
3. Performing Pre-completion, Land Registry, and Conveyancing searches accurately and promptly, ensuring all paperwork and funds are in place for exchange and completion.
4. Handling Post-Completion tasks including applications to the Land Registry, Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions, and file closures.
5. Managing a mixed caseload of Freeholds and Leaseholds, with potential training on complex matters like shared ownership, unregistered properties, and new builds.

Benefits of being a Property Lawyer

• Guidance and support from a supervising Conveyancer, aiding your career development.
• A supportive environment within team pods, fostering learning and skill development.
• Collaboration with experienced colleagues and opportunities to contribute positively to the team.
• Potential for remote working depending on experience and qualifications.
• Option to purchase additional holiday entitlement.
• Group Life Assurance Scheme.

Skills and experience required

• Qualified candidates with a Law Degree, LPC, licensed Conveyancer, Solicitor, or FCILEX are preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience managing conveyancing caseloads.
• Excellent communication skills, good time management, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Attention to detail is essential.
• Self-motivated, capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Case Management Systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is advantageous.

Connells Group, founded in 1936, is the UK's largest estate agency and property services provider, offering services from residential sales to conveyancing and more.

Connells Group is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.