We are looking for an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join our client's busy, client‑focused property team. The successful candidate will manage a varied private client and residential property caseload, deliver exceptional client care, ensure compliance with regulatory and firm procedures, and help maintain efficient team workflows.

This role offers exposure to a broad range of conveyancing matters including purchases, sales, remortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold work, and operates within a hybrid working model.

Key responsibilities:

• Progress residential property transactions from initial instruction to completion and post‑completion, ensuring timely progression and clear, professional communication with clients and third parties.

• Conduct client identity checks and support anti‑money laundering (AML) compliance, maintaining accurate, audit‑ready case files and adherence to firm procedures.

• Open and maintain electronic case files, record clear case notes, milestones and actions, and prepare files for review to support efficient matter progression.

• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, surveyors, HM Land Registry, local authorities and other third parties to obtain documentation, chase outstanding items and manage expectations professionally.

• Prepare and check completion statements, manage disbursement requests and client account transactions, and assist with billing and fee recovery in line with firm policies.

• Prepare and check standard documentation including client engagement letters, contract packs, transfers and Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm precedents.

• Respond to routine client and third‑party enquiries by telephone and email, escalating complex matters to senior fee earners promptly and keeping clients informed of progress.

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, contribute to the update of precedents and assist with the implementation of conveyancing technology and process improvements.

• Provide guidance and support to junior colleagues, assisting with induction and training activities and sharing best practice where required.

Key skills and experience required:

• Proven experience in a residential conveyancing role within a law firm or conveyancing practice, handling common transaction types including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and leasehold matters.

• Good knowledge of residential property processes, HM Land Registry practice, SDLT returns and leasehold documentation.

• Familiarity with AML and client identification requirements and demonstrable experience maintaining accurate, audit‑ready files and compliance records.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail across multiple matters.

• Confident and professional communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise effectively with clients, colleagues and external contacts.

• Proactive, reliable and solutions‑focused with a willingness to develop technical knowledge, adopt new systems and support team improvements.

Benefits and working arrangements:

• Hybrid working model with a mix of office and remote working as agreed with the team.

• Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

• Access to training and development to support career progression within the property team.

• Supportive, client‑focused environment that values continuous improvement and collaborative working.

How to apply:

Please submit your CV and a covering statement outlining your relevant experience and eligibility to work in the UK. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.