Licensed Conveyancer / Conveyancing Solicitor

Job Title: Residential Conveyancer

Location: Bury St Edmunds

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Residential Conveyancer to join our dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload of residential property transactions, ensuring a smooth and efficient conveyancing process from inception to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

* Handling all aspects of residential conveyancing transactions including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and leasehold matters.

* Conducting title checks, reviewing legal documents, and identifying potential issues.

* Drafting and reviewing contracts, lease agreements, and other property-related documents.

* Managing correspondence with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties.

* Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory and legal requirements, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and GDPR.

* Carrying out searches, land registry applications, and raising appropriate enquiries.

* Providing expert legal advice to clients regarding property transactions.

* Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case management records.

* Proactively resolving any issues that may arise during the conveyancing process.

* Managing client expectations and delivering excellent customer service.

Key Skills & Experience:

* Qualified solicitor, licensed conveyancer, or legal executive with experience in residential conveyancing.

* Proven track record of handling a varied caseload of residential property matters.

* Strong knowledge of UK property law, Land Registry procedures, and mortgage lending requirements.

* Ability to work independently and manage multiple transactions simultaneously.

* Strong communication and negotiation skills.

* Experience using conveyancing case management systems.

Desirable:

* Experience in dealing with leasehold properties and shared ownership schemes.

* Knowledge of commercial conveyancing would be an advantage.

* Membership of the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) or The Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS).

Benefits:

* Performance-related bonuses.

* Opportunities for career development and progression.

* Support for further training and professional development.

* Flexible working arrangements where applicable.

* Pension scheme.