Residential Conveyancer

Liverpool – £35,000 - £45,000

Residential Conveyancer

West Kirby

c. £45,000 + Excellent Benefits

Overview:
A well-established law firm, with a strong presence in Merseyside and Wirral, is seeking a talented and experienced Residential Conveyancer to join their Property Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with over 5 years' experience in residential conveyancing who is ready to take on a varied caseload, including sales and purchases, mortgages and remortgages, transfers of equity, and first registrations. The role offers both full-time and part-time flexibility, with a focus on delivering high-quality service to clients in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Role and Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will be confident in managing both Freehold and Leasehold Residential Conveyancing matters, ensuring smooth progress from initial instruction through to post-completion. Key duties include:

• Taking instructions from clients and managing expectations throughout the transaction process
• Preparing and drafting documents, including contracts, letters, and completion statements
• Reviewing mortgage offers, leases, and searches, providing timely advice to clients
• Undertaking due diligence investigations, ensuring compliance with AML and source of funds/wealth requirements
• Overseeing the full transaction process, ensuring completion deadlines are met
• Managing time effectively, accurately recording time spent on matters, and meeting financial and time recording targets
• Attending networking events, contributing to business development initiatives, and assisting with marketing efforts, such as writing blogs or articles
• Participating in team development and training activities

The firm is looking for a candidate who excels under pressure, demonstrates excellent time management, and has a client-focused approach. A caring and empathetic attitude is essential, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with both clients and colleagues.

Benefits and Perks:
The firm offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, including:

• Salary: Up to £45,000, depending on experience and PQE
• Annual leave: Starting at 25 days for those with 5+ years’ PQE, in addition to bank holidays and an extra 3 days between Christmas and New Year
• Paid sick leave, dependency leave, and birthday leave
• Health benefits: Medicash scheme available after 6 months of service
• Employee rewards: Includes a Bonus Policy, Employee Referral Programme, and quarterly client care recognition
• Development opportunities: Formal training, performance reviews, and salary/bonus reviews in June each year
• Social and wellbeing events: Including annual team-building events and staff social gatherings

For further details or a confidential discussion, please contact Lois on 0161 233 6360 or email lois@douglas-scott.co.uk.