Residential & Commercial Conveyancer

Residential & Commercial Conveyancer
Location: Bristol

A well-regarded legal practice is looking to recruit an experienced Residential & Commercial Conveyancer to join its established property team in Bristol.

This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload of both residential and commercial transactions, handling matters from instruction through to completion. You will play a key role in delivering a consistently high standard of client service while working independently and supporting colleagues where needed.

The Role

Case Management

• Handle a full and varied caseload including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and leasehold and freehold matters
• Keep files, records, and systems accurately maintained and up to date
• Ensure transactions progress smoothly and in a timely manner from start to finish

Drafting & Technical Work

• Prepare contracts, transfer deeds, completion statements, and other legal documentation
• Review titles, leases, searches, and supporting documents to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Provide clients with clear and concise reports on title

Client Service

• Communicate effectively with clients via telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings
• Offer straightforward, easy-to-understand advice
• Manage client appointments and oversee the signing of documents
• Deliver a high level of service to build lasting client relationships

Liaison & Coordination

• Work closely with estate agents, lenders, brokers, surveyors, solicitors, and local authorities
• Deal with enquiries, requisitions, and key transaction milestones including exchange and completion
• Submit SDLT returns and complete Land Registry registrations

Compliance & Risk

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements, including AML and CQS standards
• Identify potential risks within transactions and address or escalate as appropriate

Team & Business Contribution

• Support business development and marketing activity
• Build strong relationships with referrers and professional contacts
• Assist in supporting junior staff where required and contribute to team initiatives

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer
• Proven experience managing conveyancing matters independently from instruction to completion
• Experience across both residential and commercial property work
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal
• Able to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing priorities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Confident user of case management systems

Desirable:

• Familiarity with LEAP or similar software
• Commercial awareness and ability to identify cross-referral opportunities

What's Available?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Structured career development opportunities
• Ongoing training and support
• Modern office in Bristol
• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment

Please contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge for further information about this role or for a confidential chat on (phone number removed).