Residential Property Solicitor/Fee Earner (WS)

Job Title:

Residential Property Solicitor/Fee Earner (WS)

Job Description:

A well-established law firm based in Rochdale is seeking a Residential Property Fee Earner to join their property team and provide exceptional service to both existing and new clients.

About the Role:

The ideal candidate will independently manage their own caseload from instruction to completion, handling a diverse range of property transactions.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a residential conveyancer to enhance their experience

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage a diverse residential caseload, including leasehold and

freehold sales & purchases, new builds, shared ownership,

remortgages, and transfers of equity.

- Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, estate

agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors. Address enquiries at every

stage of the transaction to ensure client service standards are met.

- Assist senior conveyancers and directors in managing their caseload.

- Prepare contract packs.

- Obtain title documents and conduct property searches.

- Review legal titles, raise enquiries and prepare client reports on title.

- Draft and prepare necessary accounts forms and understand client ledgers.

- Report to lenders and submit Certificates of Title.

- Prepare Land Registry applications and address requisitions.

- Prepare SDLT forms.

- Handle post-completion matters, including responding to

requisitions, managing registration, sending deeds to clients, banks,

and building societies, and closing files.

Requirements:

- Right to work in the UK and be a UK resident.

- Previous experience managing a caseload with minimal supervision.

- Solicitor or licensed conveyancer with a minimum of three years

of post-qualification experience (experienced paralegals with a strong

track record will be considered).

- Excellent communication and drafting skills.

- Strong understanding of conveyancing law and practice.

- Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.

- Previous experience in a busy conveyancing department as a conveyancer, solicitor, paralegal, or fee earner.

- Adaptable and flexible attitude to meet the varying needs of clients and team members.

- Experience with case management systems is beneficial, though not mandatory as training will be provided.

Job Type:

Permanent