Firm
SJC Partners are working with a leading regional law firm that is looking to recruit an experienced Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer to join its established team in Stratford-upon-Avon.
The firm has a strong presence across the Midlands and a highly regarded Residential Property practice, handling a broad range of transactions for an established client base.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Conveyancer looking to join a busy and supportive property team offering high-quality work, experienced support and genuine opportunities for longer-term development.

Role
The successful candidate will ideally have at least 3 years’ experience within Residential Conveyancing and will be confident independently managing their own caseload from initial instruction through to post-completion.
Applications are welcomed from Solicitors, Licensed Conveyancers and CILEX professionals, as well as experienced non-qualified Conveyancers with a strong track record of managing their own files.
You will handle a varied caseload while maintaining relationships with clients and local professional contacts. There will also be opportunities to support and develop junior members of the team.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied Residential Property caseload from instruction through to completion
• Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Managing remortgages and transfers of equity
• Dealing with shared ownership and Right to Buy transactions
• Handling lease extensions and Deeds of Variation
• Reviewing titles, searches and enquiries
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, transfers and other property documentation
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, brokers and other solicitors
• Developing and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients and professional contacts
• Progressing transactions efficiently while maintaining a high standard of client care
• Working towards agreed billing and performance targets
• Providing guidance and support to Paralegals and Conveyancing Assistants
• Ensuring files are managed in accordance with relevant compliance requirements

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Support from experienced Paralegals and Conveyancing Assistants
• Established client base and strong flow of Residential Property work
• Long-term career opportunities within a leading regional law firm