Residential Conveyancer

Residential Conveyancer

Location: Nuneaton

Working Pattern: Full-time

Salary: Circa £40,000, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

An established and reputable law firm is seeking a Residential Conveyancer to join its conveyancing team in Nuneaton.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor, CILEX or CLC professional, or someone nearing qualification, with a minimum of two years' experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload.

You will manage a diverse range of residential property transactions, delivering exceptional client service while collaborating closely with colleagues and the Head of Conveyancing. Beyond your caseload, you will have the chance to contribute to business development and support the ongoing growth of the department.

The firm fosters a collaborative environment where client service, professional growth, and teamwork are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a residential conveyancing caseload, including sales and purchases, from instruction to completion.
• Communicate effectively with clients, intermediaries, HM Land Registry, and other relevant parties, both face-to-face and by telephone.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date files in accordance with the firm’s procedures and quality standards.
• Manage client expectations, transaction deadlines, and budgets with precision.
• Identify opportunities to build professional relationships, generate new business, and contribute to wider business development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with conveyancing procedures, the CQS Protocol, and Anti-Money Laundering legislation.
• Complete mandatory continuing competency training, including compulsory CQS modules.
• Work closely with and report to the Head of Conveyancing.
• Follow reasonable instructions from management and provide support across the firm’s offices as needed.

About You

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Qualification as a Solicitor, CILEX or CLC professional, or be close to qualification.
• At least two years’ experience in residential conveyancing, including managing a caseload of sales and purchases.
• Strong knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures, the CQS Protocol, and Anti-Money Laundering legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused mindset.
• Exceptional organisation and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in business development.
• The ability to work collaboratively while taking full responsibility for your own caseload.
• Experience working to Lexcel standards would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and familiarity with case management systems; knowledge of P4W is beneficial.
• Flexibility to work from different firm offices when required.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary: Circa £40,000, dependent on experience.
• Generous annual leave: Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Additional festive leave: Extra time off during the Christmas closure period.
• Birthday leave: An additional day off for your birthday, subject to eligibility.
• Health and wellbeing benefits: Access to wellbeing support and healthcare benefits.
• Financial benefits: Company pension, company sick pay and life assurance, subject to scheme terms.
• Professional development: Ongoing training and support to maintain and enhance your technical expertise.
• Career progression: Opportunities to contribute to business development and advance within an established conveyancing team.
• Supportive team environment: Collaborate closely with the Head of Conveyancing and colleagues across the firm.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Sam Oliver on 0121 368 1833 or email your most recent CV to s.oliver@clayton-legal.co.uk.

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