Senior Conveyancer - Real Estates Team
Stone King, United Kingdom
Job Description
About us
Stone King is an ambitious and friendly firm specialising in the Business amp; Social Enterprise, Charity, Education, Faith and Private Client sectors. Our collaborative culture and core values are intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose-driven work we do with our clients has resulted in SK being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.
The opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Conveyancer / Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive specialising in residential property, to play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing property transactions while actively contributing to the growth and success of our firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing and business development, demonstrating the ability to build and expand clientele.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with proven conveyancing experience to take on a leadership role and guide a dedicated team to success.
Reasons to apply
- Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the Residential property team, this role has plenty of scope for career and personal development.
- To be part of an ambitious, collaborative and friendly national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to create the best place to work.
- Excellent benefits for our people, with a focus on wellbeing and development at the forefront.
- Hybrid working - Stone King are proud to be signatories of the Mindful Business Charter as part of our commitment to mental health and wellbeing. We want to support all of our people in achieving a healthy work/ life balance, and would be happy to speak with prospective candidates about flexible working arrangements.
Key responsibilities
General duties include, but are not limited to:
- Manage a varied caseload of residential property matters, including sales, purchases, transfers of equity, and lease extensions.
- Provide expert legal advice to clients on property transactions, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.
- Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in property law and regulations.
- Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and agreements related to residential property transactions.
- Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties to facilitate smooth property transactions.
- Handle negotiations and resolve any legal issues that may arise during the conveyancing process.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards.
- Attend to clients of the Firm in the office or elsewhere if needed.
- Work in a collegiate and collaborative way within an immediate Team and wider Firm environment.
- Communicate promptly and effectively both internally to colleagues and externally to clients.
- Maintain your continuing professional development requirements and take an active interest in furthering your knowledge within the field of law.
- To carry out your work for both colleagues and clients to the highest possible standard, having regard to the Firm’s standards, procedures and core values
- To regularly attend, and be involved in preparation for, Team meetings.
- To attend and be involved in preparation for marketing and business development events and activities
Requirements
Essential:
- Experienced Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, with extensive experience of running caseload.
- Solid knowledge of conveyancing processes, property law, and relevant legislation.
- Must be comfortable to work autonomously and possess initiative.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in supervising and effective delegation.
- Proven track record of managing a high-volume caseload efficiently.
- IT proficiency, including experience with case management systems and legal research tools.
- Previous experience working with case management systems is desirable, but further training will be provided.
- A knowledge of conveyancing processes and previous experience in a conveyancing or a similar role.
- Previous experience handling own caseload from exchange of contracts to completion.
Desirable: