Solicitor, Legal Secretary

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Residential Conveyancer Solicitor, CILEX, CLC within the Property Department based at our client's busy Stratford upon Avon Office. Salary up to £55k doe plus benefits. This is a full-time office based role. The successful candidate will carry out all aspects of residential conveyancing, along with managing and supporting a small team at one office to ensure that work is carried out in an expeditious manner, meeting the standards required by Lexcel and CQS.

You will also develop business opportunities within the Property Department, working closely with the Head of Department and other team members. Job Purpose Oversee and carry out all aspects of residential conveyancing including freehold and leasehold work, sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, right to buy, shared ownership, new plot purchases. Develop business opportunities within the Property Department & build a strong team Support the Head of Department as and when required

Key Responsibilities Undertake residential conveyancing work on behalf of clients of the Firm. Supervising and managing other Fee Earners & administration staff as necessary. Dealing with clients, intermediaries and HM Land Registry etc. both in person and over the telephone. File management to the standards defined by the Firm. Ensure budgets are managed & met. Undertake file audits within the team.

Pro-active business development of self and Firm. Undertake continuing competency training to include compulsory CQS training. Skills and Experience Qualified Solicitor, CILEX or CLC with a minimum of 3 years residential conveyancing experience. Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills. Business development skills. A sound knowledge of conveyancing procedures, CQS Protocol and Anti Money Laundering legislation. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Case Management Systems.

Good organisation, managerial and administration skills. Ability to be a team player. Driving licence and use of own vehicle essential.