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Office Location: Howells Solicitors, 4 Langdon Road, Swansea, SA1 8QY
Job Type: Permanent / Full Time
Working Hours: Monday - Friday (37.5 hours per week)
The Opportunity
We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic Solicitor / Licensed Conveyancer to join our fast-paced Residential Conveyancing team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Wales’ fastest growing modern law firms that combines a fresh and forward-thinking approach with a client-focused, local feel to deliver a range of award-winning, quality services.
What You'll Be Responsible For:
* Managing a caseload of property transactions, including sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfers of equity.
* Managing capacity levels and working towards achieving monthly targets.
* Understanding and adhering to SRA compliance/ CLC Code of Conduct requirements and any other governing/regulatory body’s rules and regulations e.g. SRA and land registry.
* Delivering exceptional customer service.
* Working with a Case Management System.
* Conducting comprehensive due diligence on properties, including title checks, searches, and legal documentation review.
* Drafting contracts, deeds, and other legal documents related to property transactions.
* Managing a small team of legal assistants.
* Liaising with clients, solicitors, mortgage lenders, and other parties involved in the conveyancing process to provide updates and address any issues or concerns.
* Providing expert advice and guidance to clients on conveyancing matters, including property law, contracts, and legal rights and obligations.
* Keeping abreast of changes in property law and regulations and ensure that all conveyancing processes adhere to current best practices and standards.
* Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to property transactions and client interactions.
What We're Looking For:
* Qualified in the area of practice, either as a Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer.
* Excellent communication skills and be able to set an example to other members of the team.
* Able to make independent decisions relating to your area of responsibility.
* Thorough knowledge and understanding of the CLC Code of Conduct and any other governing/regulatory body’s rules and regulations, e.g. SRA and Land Registry.
* Experience with sales and purchase transactions – freehold, leasehold and unregistered.
* Experience of dealing with New Build Transactions.
* Experience of dealing with Shared Ownership Transactions.
* Experience of dealing with Remortgages.
* High attention to detail and being able to prioritise.
* Able to motivate, drive and inspire others to conduct their best work.
What We Offer:
* Bonus Scheme.
* 23+ days annual leave & annual leave purchase scheme (up to 3 days each year).
* Additional day off for your birthday, a personal day, and a day off during the festive period each year.
* Networking, corporate & charity events.
* Length of service awards and recognition of special occasions.
* Further training & development opportunities.
Our Values:
* Be Client focused.
* Be innovative and forward thinking.
* Treat everyone with dignity & respect.
* Always act with integrity.
Only qualified candidates will be considered for an interview.
Successful candidates will be subject to a basic or enhanced DBS disclosure dependent on the role. Permanent employment is conditional on having a satisfactory DBS check. You will therefore be asked to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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