Conveyancing Fee Earner

Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner for its Residential Property Department. The successful candidate will manage a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters and ensure smooth transactions from instruction to completion, communicating effectively with clients and third parties. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical knowledge of property law and excellent organizational skills. The firm offers a supportive environment, competitive benefits including holiday entitlement, pension contributions, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement which increases with service

Ability to purchase up to 1 weeks extra holiday

1 extra day off for your birthday

4% Employer pension contribution

Income protection

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Payment of professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing a full residential conveyancing caseload.
• Strong technical knowledge of conveyancing procedures and property law.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients.
• Liaise effectively with third parties in the conveyancing process.
• Prepare and negotiate legal documentation.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in case management systems

Client-focused approach

Strong technical knowledge of property law

Education

Qualification as a Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Conveyancing Fee Earner to join our Residential Property Department . The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters, providing a high-quality service to clients, and ensuring transactions progress smoothly from instruction through to completion.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, new build properties, and shared ownership transactions.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintaining clear and regular communication throughout the transaction to provide updates and guidance.
• Liaise effectively with estate agents, mortgage lenders, developers, solicitors, and other relevant third parties to facilitate the conveyancing process.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate all necessary legal documentation, including draft contracts, transfer deeds, and reports on title.
• Undertake all required searches and due diligence, identifying and resolving any legal or title issues that may arise.
• Respond promptly and accurately to pre-contract and post-contract enquiries.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and professional requirements including the SRA Code of Conduct and Anti-Money Laundering Regulations.
• Deal with all aspects of post-completion work including the submission of Stamp Duty Land Tax returns, registration of titles at HM Land Registry, and closure of files in accordance with firm procedures.
• Contribute to the growth and reputation of the department by maintaining high professional standards and delivering excellent client care.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience of managing a residential conveyancing caseload independently from instruction to completion.
• Strong technical knowledge of conveyancing procedures and property law within England and Wales.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with a proactive and client-focused approach.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficiency in case management systems and standard office software.
• Qualification as a Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive is preferred but experienced non-qualified fee earners will also be considered.
• Holiday entitlement which increases with service
• Ability to purchase up to 1 weeks extra holiday
• 1 extra day off for your birthday
• 4% Employer pension contribution
• Income protection
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Payment of professional subscriptions

Other opportunities

Full time

To apply for this exciting role please send your CV with a covering letter to Lucy Eaton, HR Manager at the postal address or [e-mail] .

Why choose to work for us?

Our team work hard to put clients first but we also work hard to develop our staff. We are a very friendly and approachable team and believe in giving staff the support they need to flourish.

Equal opportunities

The Firm is an equal opportunity employer and is fully committed to a policy of treating all of its employees, partners, job applicants and clients equally. The Firm will take all reasonable steps to employ, train and promote employees on the basis of experience, abilities and qualifications without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.