Residential Property Solicitor​/Fee Earner; WS

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Job Title:

Residential Property Solicitor/Fee Earner (WS)

Job Description:

A well‑established law firm based in Rochdale is seeking a Residential Property Fee Earner to join their property team and provide exceptional service to both existing and new clients.

About the Role:

The ideal candidate will independently manage their own caseload from instruction to completion, handling a diverse range of property transactions.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a residential conveyancer to enhance their experience.

• Manage a diverse residential caseload, including leasehold and freehold sales & purchases, new builds, shared ownership, remortgages, and transfers of equity.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors. Address enquiries at every stage of the transaction to ensure client service standards are met.
• Assist senior conveyancers and directors in managing their caseload.
• Prepare contract packs.
• Obtain title documents and conduct property searches.
• Review legal titles, raise enquiries and prepare client reports on title.
• Draft and prepare necessary account forms and understand client ledgers.
• Report to lenders and submit Certificates of Title.
• Prepare Land Registry applications and address requisitions.
• Prepare SDLT forms.
• Handle post‑completion matters, including responding to requisitions, managing registration, sending deeds to clients, banks, and building societies, and closing files.

• Right to work in the UK and be a UK resident.
• Previous experience managing a caseload with minimal supervision.
• Solicitor or licensed conveyancer with a minimum of three years of post‑qualification experience (experienced paralegals with a strong track record will be considered).
• Excellent communication and drafting skills.
• Strong understanding of conveyancing law and practice.
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.
• Previous experience in a busy conveyancing department as a conveyancer, solicitor, paralegal, or fee earner.
• Adaptable and flexible attitude to meet the varying needs of clients and team members.
• Experience with case management systems is beneficial, though not mandatory as training will be provided.