Job Description
Conveyancing Fee Earner | Reading n Long Established and Well Connected Firm, CQS
n An established and well regarded local law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to join its growing residential property team in Reading.
n With a strong reputation for friendly, straightforward and practical legal advice, the firm has been established for over 20 years and continues to expand. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident conveyancer to join a busy, supportive team, manage their own caseload and benefit from genuine opportunities for career development.
n The Role You will manage a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion, providing a high standard of client care throughout. Working within a small, friendly team, you will have the autonomy to run your own files while collaborating with colleagues and supporting the smooth day to day running of the department.
n The role would suit an experienced conveyancer or solicitor who is comfortable managing a busy caseload, communicating confidently with clients and third parties, and progressing transactions efficiently in a fast paced environment.
n Key Responsibilities
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- Managing a caseload of residential property transactions, including freehold, leasehold, new build, registered and unregistered properties, sales, purchases, remortgages and equity release.n
- Providing initial quotations, taking client instructions and opening files.n
- Preparing and issuing draft contract papers, raising enquiries and submitting searches.n
- Preparing purchase reports, arranging contract exchanges and dealing with completion formalities.n
- Handling post completion matters, including Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions, Land Registry applications, notices and requisitions.n
- Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents and developers by telephone, email and in person.n
- Attending client meetings and arranging the signing of documents.n
- Managing transactions proactively, identifying potential issues and negotiating solutions to keep matters progressing.n
- Maintaining accurate files, recording time, confirming advice in writing and ensuring matters are closed and billed appropriately.n
- Supporting colleagues and providing supervision to conveyancing caseworkers where required.n
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Experience with wills and probate would be advantageous, although training can be provided for the right candidate.
n About You
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- You will have proven experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload independently.n
- You will be confident handling a range of domestic conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion.n
- You will have excellent communication and client care skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and third parties.n
- You will be organised, reliable and comfortable managing competing priorities in a busy environment.n
- You will be IT literate, with strong word processing skills and the ability to use case management systems.n
- You will be able to work independently, use your initiative and recognise when additional guidance is needed.n
- You will be a supportive team player with a positive, practical approach to problem solving.n
- You will take pride in providing clear, approachable and professional client service.n
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Key Features
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- 35 hour working week.n
- Four weeks' annual leave, plus bank holidays and a Christmas office shutdown.n
- Generous bonus scheme.n
- Employee pension scheme.n
- Support for personal goals and ongoing career development.n
- A friendly, established working environment with opportunities to develop professionally.n
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