Property Lawyer
3 days ago
Manchester
Job Description\n\nJoin a team that puts people first\n\nWe’re looking for an experienced Property Lawyer to become part of our growing, supportive, and family‑friendly team in our centrally located Manchester office.\n\nIf you’re passionate about delivering exceptional client service and want to develop your career in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.\n\nWhy join us\n\nWe believe people do their best work when they feel supported — professionally and personally. That’s why we offer:\n\nFamily‑friendly working practices, designed to help you balance work and home life.\n \nHybrid working, giving you flexibility while staying connected with your team.\n \nCentrally located offices with great transport links.\n \nCareer development opportunities, including support for further qualifications.\n \nA supportive, close‑knit team with mentoring from senior colleagues.\n \nFlexible hours to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.\n \nAccess to Group Life Assurance and a range of additional Connells Group benefits.\n\nWhat you’ll be doing\n\nManaging your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters, including sales, purchases, leasehold and freehold transactions.\n \nCommunicating with clients and third parties such as estate agents, mortgage brokers, and local authorities to ensure every transaction progresses smoothly.\n \nPreparing key legal documents, including contracts, transfer deeds, completion statements, and Land Registry forms.\n \nConducting searches and due diligence, ensuring all pre-and post‑completion requirements are handled accurately and on time.\n \nMaintaining compliance, keeping files organised and meeting all regulatory standards.\n \nOverseeing completion and post‑completion, including exchange of contracts, handling funds, and Land Registry submissions.\n\nWhat you’ll bring\n\nAt least 1 year of fee‑earning experience in conveyancing or a similar property law role.\n \nStrong knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures.\n \nExcellent communication skills and a confident, client‑focused approach.\n \nHigh attention to detail and the ability to manage a busy caseload.\n \nStrong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.\n \nA collaborative mindset — someone who thrives in a team but can also work independently.\n\nConveyancing Direct Property Lawyers is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.\n\nS&C00541