Sunderland
We're delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit an experienced Conveyancer / Conveyancing Solicitor to join its busy and well-established residential property team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced conveyancer who is confident managing their own caseload and is looking to join a supportive, collaborative team where quality, client care and professional development are genuinely valued. You'll work on a varied range of residential property transactions, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and contribute to the continued development of the department. As a Conveyancer / Conveyancing Solicitor, you'll manage your own residential conveyancing caseload with a high degree of autonomy, while working as part of a large and supportive property team. Your responsibilities will include: • Managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload, working towards a caseload of approximately 90-120 files., • Handling transactions from instruction through to completion with minimal supervision., • Dealing with a range of more complex matters, including leasehold, remortgages, Transfers of Equity, new builds, shared ownership, company purchases and auctions., • Managing redemptions and other associated residential property matters., • Reviewing title reports and signing off files for exchange where appropriate., • Ensuring files are progressed efficiently while maintaining excellent standards of client care., • Meeting agreed time recording, billing and performance targets., • Conducting regular file reviews to confirm compliance, accuracy and quality., • Supporting and mentoring junior fee earners, sharing knowledge and best practice., • Contributing to business development initiatives and identifying opportunities to improve departmental processes., • Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider property department. We're looking for an experienced Conveyancer or Conveyancing Solicitor with at least five years' experience of independently managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload. You will ideally bring: • A minimum of 5 years' experience managing your own residential conveyancing files., • Strong technical knowledge across residential property transactions., • Experience handling complex matters and the ability to identify and resolve issues proactively., • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance., • The ability to manage a substantial caseload effectively in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent communication and client-care skills., • A professional, proactive and collaborative approach., • The confidence to work independently while also supporting and mentoring colleagues., • An interest in contributing to business development and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to join a large, friendly and supportive property team where you'll have the autonomy to manage your own work while benefiting from a strong support structure around you. You will benefit from: • A supportive team environment, with experienced colleagues and structured supervision., • Dedicated support, including personal assistant assistance, support with quotes and file opening, and post-completion administration., • Professional development, with regular training, supervision and a comprehensive induction., • Career progression, with opportunities to develop into senior roles and take on additional responsibility., • Autonomous working, giving experienced professionals the trust and flexibility to manage their caseload effectively., • Flexible working, including homeworking options where appropriate., • A strong focus on work-life balance, with generous annual leave, additional time off and other wellbeing initiatives., • Recognition and profile development, with opportunities to build your professional profile through legal directories, awards and other initiatives. #J-18808-Ljbffr