Senior Conveyancing Solicitor

Alder Forest; United States; Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive

Remote day per week

Additional holidays

On-site parking

Company pension

On-site gym

Company events

Training & progression

Job summary

Alder Forest is seeking a Senior Conveyancing Solicitor for our Salford Quays office, offering hybrid working. You will manage your own residential conveyancing caseload, guiding transactions from instruction to completion while delivering excellent client care.

Ideal candidates have around 3 years PQE in residential conveyancing, strong communication, and a proactive, team-oriented approach. Flexible for growth within a well-established firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor admitted in England & Wales with current practising certificate.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commute to Salford Quays.

Responsibilities

• Manage own residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion.
• Handle freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Review titles, draft contracts and search results; conduct title checks.
• Liaise with clients, agents, lenders and other professionals; keep parties updated.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and firm procedures.

Skills

Caseload management

Client care

Communication

Organisation

Proactivity

Team player

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Education

Solicitor admitted in England & Wales

Tools

Case management software

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. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to reliably commute to our Salford Quays office. Our modern office space is exceptionally well connected, with excellent public transport links and a Metrolink tram stop directly outside the office, providing easy access to Manchester city centre and the surrounding areas.

What We're Looking For

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 team
• An eagerness to learn, develop and contribute ideas
• A desire to play a part in the continued growth and development of the firm
• Experience or an interest in Wills and Probate would also be advantageous

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Bonus incentive scheme
• One remote working day per week once settled into the role
• Enhanced holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service
• Bank holidays in addition to annual leave
• Free on-site parking
• Modern Salford Quays office space with excellent transport links and a Metrolink tram stop directly outside the office
• Company pension
• On-site gym
• Company events
• Friendly, supportive and close-knit working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Modern case management systems
• Genuine opportunities for career development and progression
• The opportunity to have a real voice and contribute to the continued growth of the firm

About Us

We are a well-established solicitors' firm with over 25 years' experience, now entering an exciting period of growth from our office in Salford Quays. We believe technical ability and experience are important, but finding the right person for our team is equally important. We are looking for someone who cares about their clients, takes pride in their work and wants to join a firm where their contribution can make a difference.

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