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Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and proactive Conveyancer to join our dynamic team at a reputable UK conveyancing law firm. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload of residential and/or commercial property transactions from instruction to completion, ensuring all aspects of the conveyancing process are handled efficiently and professionally. Key Responsibilities: Case Management: • Manage a full caseload of property transactions, including sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfers of equity., • Ensure all transactions are conducted in compliance with legal, regulatory, and client requirements. Client Communication: • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing clear and timely updates throughout the conveyancing process., • Offer professional advice on legal matters related to property transactions. Document Preparation: • Draft, review, and finalise contracts, transfer deeds, and other key legal documents., • Conduct due diligence, including reviewing title documents and raising or responding to inquiries. Searches and Compliance: • Order and analyse property searches (local authority, environmental, water/drainage, etc.)., • Ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, client identity checks, and other statutory requirements. Stakeholder Liaison: • Coordinate with estate agents, mortgage lenders, surveyors, and other parties involved in the transaction., • Negotiate terms and resolve issues as they arise, ensuring smooth progress towards exchange and completion. Completion and Post-Completion: • Handle pre-completion checks, prepare completion statements, and manage funds transfers., • Submit SDLT returns and register property transactions with HM Land Registry within required timelines. Risk Management: • Identify and mitigate potential risks in transactions, escalating complex issues as necessary., • Maintain accurate records and adhere to the firm’s risk management protocols. Qualifications and Skills: • A qualified Licensed Conveyancer, Solicitor, or Legal Executive (preferred)., • Proven experience managing a diverse conveyancing caseload independently., • Strong knowledge of UK property law and conveyancing processes., • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills., • Proficiency in using legal case management systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Personal Attributes: • Client-focused with a commitment to delivering a high standard of service., • Detail-oriented and thorough in handling legal documentation and compliance requirements., • A problem solver with the ability to handle complex or challenging transactions., • Team-oriented, with a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and stakeholders. Benefits: • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience., • Opportunities for professional development and career progression., • Supportive and inclusive working environment., • Flexible working options may be available. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Conveyancer to grow their career within a supportive and forward-thinking law firm. If you possess the required skills and experience, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Overview: As a Site Engineer, you will provide engineering support for various projects in the region. Your primary responsibility will be to establish level and survey control and set out detailed works based on project drawings while conducting regular checks to ensure accuracy and compliance. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and insights into cost, program, and contract management. You will collaborate closely with the project team to ensure safe, high-quality, and timely project delivery. Key Responsibilities:Health, Safety & Environment: Promote and maintain safe working practices. Ensure compliance with environmental and legal standards. Adhere to company safety procedures and protocols. Quality: Deliver work to the highest standards, free of defects and snags. Identify and implement value engineering opportunities. Comply with quality assurance processes and company procedures. Site Engineering: Establish and maintain level and survey control on projects. Set out works according to project specifications and regularly verify accuracy. Maintain detailed records that meet legal and organizational requirements. Assist in creating project-specific plans, including RAMS, ITPs, and check mechanisms. Monitor and document project progress through site diaries, allocation sheets, and photographic records. Provide short-term planning and daily resource management support. Identify and document variations to the project scope. Key Measures & Targets: Accurate and timely completion of setting-out tasks. Delivery of quality records and project handovers without defects. Maintenance of accurate records and weekly site documentation. Key Relationships: Build strong working relationships with the site workforce and client representatives. Person Specification:Essential: Proven experience in setting out for civil engineering projects. Knowledge of construction methods, safety protocols, and regulations. Proficiency in using robotic total stations or EDM instruments. Degree or HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering. Strong communication skills and a proactive, results-driven approach. Desirable: Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office. Experience in temporary works coordination. Relevant certifications (CSCS card, first aid, NEBOSH/IOSH). Additional Information: Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time (45 hours/week). Required Skills: Setting out using Leica Total Station and GPS, reading drawings, RAMS drafting, ITP creation, quality control documentation. Tickets/Training: CSCS required; additional certifications are advantageous. Apply now Save job Report job