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AmicusLaw Solicitors is a friendly Dorset, Somerset and Devon-based Law Firm. We are an experienced, specialist team of tenacious, yet friendly lawyers. Passionate about representing our clients interests, with offices in Bridgwater, Minehead, Wellington, Yeovil, Martock, Exeter, Taunton, Ilminster, Weymouth and Tiverton. We are looking for an additional member to our Residential Conveyancing team to fill the role of Residential Conveyancer in our Ilminster office. Assisting the firm in meeting its professional obligations and business viability in accordance with the needs of the firm and the legal market. To provide a high level of legal advice and assistance to the clients of the firm in regard to Residential Conveyancing. Ensuring that the advice given is accurate and comprehensive and that all advice provided, is clearly recorded on the client s file. About the role: Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the CQS and CML requirements, to include, but not limited to:- Drafting letters and legal documents Checking title documents to properties Liaising directly with other parties with enquiries/replies Undertaking searches with Local Authority, Land Registry etc. Reporting to clients with relevant information and advising clients where necessary Attending upon clients to sign legal documents. Drawing up completion statements Agreeing dates with all parties and exchanging Contracts Arranging the transfer of monies on completion Submitting stamp duty forms and registering documents at Land Registry Complying with Solicitors Accounts Rules and Rules of Professional Conduct of solicitors Exercising high standards of client care at all times Participation in marketing activities and active promotion of the firm Financial control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures on own matters Ensuring confidentiality and security of Firm s and client s documentation and information Carrying out any other duties relevant to the position as and when required by your Line Manager and the Partners of the Firm. Ensure proper control of work in progress, billing and cash collection. Attendance at departmental meetings. Be effective in developing new work from existing clients and seek new clients. Will develop and support marketing initiatives. Maintain and nurture an appropriate network of contacts and referrers and endeavour to promote the firm in your professional and personal live. Maintain IT skills appropriate to modern legal practice, to include conducting research on the internet and ensure proper filing of all data. Exceed or meet agreed Key Performance Indicator targets whilst working to continuously improve Provide leadership, management and supervision (as appropriate) to staff members they oversee or supervise, whether on an office or departmental basis, and Manage the productivity of their own support staff or secretary as appropriate in order that own KPI s and targets can be achieved. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent £35,000 to £60,000 depending on experience. Benefits: Company events Company pension Referral programme Education: Certificate of Higher Education (preferred) Experience: Residential Conveyancing: 4 years (required) Work Location: In person

AmicusLaw Solicitors is a friendly Dorset, Somerset and Devon-based Law Firm. We are an experienced, specialist team of tenacious, yet friendly lawyers. Passionate about representing our clients interests, with offices in Bridgwater, Minehead, Wellington, Yeovil, Martock, Exeter, Taunton, Ilminster, Weymouth and Tiverton. We are looking for an additional member to our Residential Conveyancing team to fill the role of Residential Conveyancer. Assisting the firm in meeting its professional obligations and business viability in accordance with the needs of the firm and the legal market. To provide a high level of legal advice and assistance to the clients of the firm in regard to Residential Conveyancing. Ensuring that the advice given is accurate and comprehensive and that all advice provided, is clearly recorded on the client s file. About the role: Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the CQS and CML requirements, to include, but not limited to:- Drafting letters and legal documents Checking title documents to properties Liaising directly with other parties with enquiries/replies Undertaking searches with Local Authority, Land Registry etc. Reporting to clients with relevant information and advising clients where necessary Attending upon clients to sign legal documents. Drawing up completion statements Agreeing dates with all parties and exchanging Contracts Arranging the transfer of monies on completion Submitting stamp duty forms and registering documents at Land Registry Complying with Solicitors Accounts Rules and Rules of Professional Conduct of solicitors Exercising high standards of client care at all times Participation in marketing activities and active promotion of the firm Financial control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures on own matters Ensuring confidentiality and security of Firm s and client s documentation and information Carrying out any other duties relevant to the position as and when required by your Line Manager and the Partners of the Firm. Ensure proper control of work in progress, billing and cash collection. Attendance at departmental meetings. Be effective in developing new work from existing clients and seek new clients. Will develop and support marketing initiatives. Maintain and nurture an appropriate network of contacts and referrers and endeavour to promote the firm in your professional and personal live. Maintain IT skills appropriate to modern legal practice, to include conducting research on the internet and ensure proper filing of all data. Exceed or meet agreed Key Performance Indicator targets whilst working to continuously improve Provide leadership, management and supervision (as appropriate) to staff members they oversee or supervise, whether on an office or departmental basis, and Manage the productivity of their own support staff or secretary as appropriate in order that own KPI s and targets can be achieved. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent £35,000 to £60,000 depending on experience. Benefits: Company events Company pension Referral programme Education: Certificate of Higher Education (preferred) Experience: Residential Conveyancing: 4 years (required) Work Location: In person

Conveyancing Assistant - Flexible working 1 office day per week. If you are confident with the required duties of a conveyancing support role and are looking for flexibility this is an ongoing assignment offering long term opportunity. Supporting one fee earner the roe will include: Opening new client files on the system Post exchange work including setting up completion documentation and liaising with mortgage lenders to ensure timely release of funds and redemption figures Post completion work including post completion letters to solicitors and clients, stampings and registrations with HMRC, submission of land registry applications and file closures including account balances Liaising with head office, clients, other solicitors, lenders and estate agents throughout the conveyancing process Skills and Experience for applications: This would suit an experienced conveyancing secretary, assistant or paralegal who is familiar with the duties described. Must be able to calmly, confidently and professionally communicate with all involved parties during transactions to ensure client satisfaction and comfortable to work independently/with minimum guidance and to provide some degree of holiday cover when necessaryTraining on internal systems will be provided Remote working 4 days a week with 1 day per week in the office. If you would like to find out more please apply with a current CV for a confidential chat.

Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their in-house legal team in Southend-On-Sea, Essex. This role will support a busy department specialising in landlord and tenant and property law, providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support while contributing to both day-to-day case management and wider business projects. Key Responsibilities: • Provide full secretarial support to the Head of Legal and wider team • Audio typing, copy typing, and transcription of legal documents • Draft, prepare, and engross legal documentation for service • Open new files, maintain accurate records, and prepare files for completion • Manage diaries, deadlines, and court directions • Support day-to-day case management including post-completion correspondence • Liaise with solicitors, leaseholders, and internal departments to progress matters efficiently • Act as a professional first point of contact for incoming calls and queries • Assist with high-volume legal projects, including lease variations and related transactions • Support billing processes and invoicing on completed matters • Undertake legal and general research tasks as required • Archive and maintain files in line with company procedures Requirements / Skills / Experience: • Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within property or landlord and tenant law • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload • High level of accuracy and attention to detail • Proficient audio typing skills • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook • Excellent communication skills with a professional telephone manner Package / Benefits: • Competitive salary • Opportunity to work within a busy and supportive in-house legal team • Exposure to a wide range of property and landlord and tenant matters Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

We are recruiting an experienced Conveyancer to join and lead our Residential Conveyancing team in Kingswood. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior Residential Conveyancer looking to progress to Senior Associate or Legal Director level, with the responsibility of leading a team. We have a bespoke internal management programme and academy to support an ambitious residential lawyer looking to progress and grow with our team. You will be dealing with a range of residential property transactions (including sales, purchases, transfers and remortgages) and will be well supported by a Paralegal and Legal Secretary. We focus on high-quality service over quantity of transactions and do not have a 'high volume' business model. The wider Residential Conveyancing team is among the biggest in Bristol, spanning four of our five offices. Our department is highly regarded, and we frequently receive excellent reviews on Review Solicitors and Google. The role Progressing matters proactively and professionally with the aim of concluding cases efficiently whilst achieving good outcomes for clients. Interviewing clients, taking instructions and keeping detailed file notes. Maintaining file checklists. Reviewing compliance documentation and analysing source of funds evidence for AML. Issuing client care letters. Drafting or considering contract packages. Raising enquiries. Submitting appropriate searches. Drafting title, mortgage and search reports. Acting for mortgage lenders. Conducting exchanges of contracts. Agreeing on the form of transfer deeds and raising requisitions. Completing matters on schedule. Advising clients on the progress of matters and costs. Checking all draft documents. Giving undertakings in the approved form in conveyancing matters. Notifying the Head of Department of any complaints received and assisting with resolving these. Ensuring the confidentiality and security of the firm's and clients' documentation and information. Compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors. Ensuring good working relationships with external institutions, third parties and organisations. Our team has established connections with local estate agents, and we are therefore looking for someone who is engaged and confident in networking and other marketing/business development activities. Accounts procedures: Preparation of bills of costs, completion statements, exchanging contracts and obtaining the approval of Accounts for bills. Obtaining payment on account from clients. Requesting cheques and obtaining authorised signatures. Notifying Accounts of incoming telegraphic transfers. Preparing written requests for telegraphic transfer for authorisation. Counting money received from clients as payments in. Requesting the transfer of money between client accounts and the office account. Part of this role involves management of the Kingswood Conveyancing team. Team Leader duties include: Hosting weekly team meetings, monthly 121s and bi-annual Personal Development Reviews for all team members. HR team responsibilities for office team members, e.g. recruitment, probation reviews and holiday management. Training of junior staff. Management of an efficient triage system for new work. About us Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer. We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance. At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values. We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms. The ideal candidate Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer. Experience in the South West property market. Hold a Law degree, or hold a CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ). Be IT literate and confident in using and adapting to new systems and processes. Location and working hours This is a full-time role (office hours are 9am - 5.15pm, Monday-Friday). Part-time considered. The role is based at our Kingswood office with the option to apply for hybrid working post-probation. Belonging at Barcan and Kirby We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you. _If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing ._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00-£70,000.00 per year Work Location: In person

Role: Gilroy Steel Solicitors have 3 offices in Brackley, Buckingham and Northampton. We specialise in Conveyancing (residential), Equity Release, Family Law (including Divorce), Wills and Probate. Salary: Dependent upon experience For our Buckingham Office we are seeking: Residential Solicitor/CILEX/Licensed Conveyancer with at least 2 years' experience; Support the Buckingham office primarily and Brackley office on occasion; Capable, strong candidate willing to commit sustained effort for longer term rewards. Responsibilities: Be an ambassador for the company, always maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity; As applicable: maintain a full clean practicing certificate and be competent in all areas of residential conveyancing; Deliver the business objectives as set from time to time; Deliver the end-to-end conveyancing process within given time frames; Assist with other matters as required. A summary of our expectations are as follows: research information and communicate with clients and others in person, and by other means e.g. email; use a computerised case management system, as conveyancing tasks are increasingly being completed online; take instructions from clients; seek to protect clients' interests at all times, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering; send terms of engagement and estimates of fees and disbursements; obtain or check Land Registry documents or title deeds (if the land is unregistered); draft and/or check sales/purchase contracts (title checking) and agree terms with the conveyancer acting for the other party to the transaction; collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents; deal with all financial aspects of a transaction; exchange contracts and complete the transaction; if the property is leasehold, obtain the landlord's agreement to the sale or the change of mortgage and deal with apportionments of rent and service charges as well as being able to calculate apportionments upon completion; Any other work which are within your capabilities. Specific tasks for purchase transactions include: carrying out and checking pre-contract searches and title documents by checking whether the property is affected by local authority proposals, leases, easements or covenants, mortgages, land tax, susceptibility to flooding or subsidence, or liability for unsound building structures and repairs; raise enquiries on title (freehold/leasehold, registered/unregistered, newbuilds and shared ownership properties); receive and check mortgage instructions from lenders and undertake specific tasks required; prepare transfer and mortgage deeds; reporting to clients; assist head of office in supporting junior members of staff; receive mortgage funds; pay stamp taxes (SDLT) and deal with the registration of client and lender with the Land Registry; Assist with registering the property Qualifications - Practising Certificate Required - Communication skills - Proficiency in IT - Strong time management skills - Excellent organisational skills Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Additional pay: Bonus scheme Performance bonus Benefits: Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Sick pay Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Buckingham, Buckinghamshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Will you commute to Buckingham for this Job? Experience: PQE: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: Practising Certificate (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

We are recruiting an experienced Conveyancer to join and lead our Residential Conveyancing team in Kingswood. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior Residential Conveyancer looking to progress to Senior Associate or Legal Director level, with the responsibility of leading a team. We have a bespoke internal management programme and academy to support an ambitious residential lawyer looking to progress and grow with our team. You will be dealing with a range of residential property transactions (including sales, purchases, transfers and remortgages) and will be well supported by a Paralegal and Legal Secretary. We focus on high-quality service over quantity of transactions and do not have a 'high volume' business model. The wider Residential Conveyancing team is among the biggest in Bristol, spanning four of our five offices. Our department is highly regarded, and we frequently receive excellent reviews on Review Solicitors and Google. The role Progressing matters proactively and professionally with the aim of concluding cases efficiently whilst achieving good outcomes for clients. Interviewing clients, taking instructions and keeping detailed file notes. Maintaining file checklists. Reviewing compliance documentation and analysing source of funds evidence for AML. Issuing client care letters. Drafting or considering contract packages. Raising enquiries. Submitting appropriate searches. Drafting title, mortgage and search reports. Acting for mortgage lenders. Conducting exchanges of contracts. Agreeing on the form of transfer deeds and raising requisitions. Completing matters on schedule. Advising clients on the progress of matters and costs. Checking all draft documents. Giving undertakings in the approved form in conveyancing matters. Notifying the Head of Department of any complaints received and assisting with resolving these. Ensuring the confidentiality and security of the firm's and clients' documentation and information. Compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors. Ensuring good working relationships with external institutions, third parties and organisations. Our team has established connections with local estate agents, and we are therefore looking for someone who is engaged and confident in networking and other marketing/business development activities. Accounts procedures: Preparation of bills of costs, completion statements, exchanging contracts and obtaining the approval of Accounts for bills. Obtaining payment on account from clients. Requesting cheques and obtaining authorised signatures. Notifying Accounts of incoming telegraphic transfers. Preparing written requests for telegraphic transfer for authorisation. Counting money received from clients as payments in. Requesting the transfer of money between client accounts and the office account. Part of this role involves management of the Kingswood Conveyancing team. Team Leader duties include: Hosting weekly team meetings, monthly 121s and bi-annual Personal Development Reviews for all team members. HR team responsibilities for office team members, e.g. recruitment, probation reviews and holiday management. Training of junior staff. Management of an efficient triage system for new work. About us Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer. We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance. At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values. We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms. The ideal candidate Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer. Experience in the South West property market. Hold a Law degree, or hold a CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ). Be IT literate and confident in using and adapting to new systems and processes. Location and working hours This is a full-time role (office hours are 9am - 5.15pm, Monday-Friday). Part-time considered. The role is based at our Kingswood office with the option to apply for hybrid working post-probation. Belonging at Barcan and Kirby We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you. _If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing ._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00-£70,000.00 per year Work Location: In person

Role: Gilroy Steel Solicitors have 3 offices in Brackley, Buckingham and Northampton. We specialise in Conveyancing (residential), Equity Release, Family Law (including Divorce), Wills and Probate. Salary: Dependent upon experience For our Buckingham Office we are seeking: Residential Solicitor/CILEX/Licensed Conveyancer with at least 2 years' experience; Support the Buckingham office primarily and Brackley office on occasion; Capable, strong candidate willing to commit sustained effort for longer term rewards. Responsibilities: Be an ambassador for the company, always maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity; As applicable: maintain a full clean practicing certificate and be competent in all areas of residential conveyancing; Deliver the business objectives as set from time to time; Deliver the end-to-end conveyancing process within given time frames; Assist with other matters as required. A summary of our expectations are as follows: research information and communicate with clients and others in person, and by other means e.g. email; use a computerised case management system, as conveyancing tasks are increasingly being completed online; take instructions from clients; seek to protect clients' interests at all times, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering; send terms of engagement and estimates of fees and disbursements; obtain or check Land Registry documents or title deeds (if the land is unregistered); draft and/or check sales/purchase contracts (title checking) and agree terms with the conveyancer acting for the other party to the transaction; collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents; deal with all financial aspects of a transaction; exchange contracts and complete the transaction; if the property is leasehold, obtain the landlord's agreement to the sale or the change of mortgage and deal with apportionments of rent and service charges as well as being able to calculate apportionments upon completion; Any other work which are within your capabilities. Specific tasks for purchase transactions include: carrying out and checking pre-contract searches and title documents by checking whether the property is affected by local authority proposals, leases, easements or covenants, mortgages, land tax, susceptibility to flooding or subsidence, or liability for unsound building structures and repairs; raise enquiries on title (freehold/leasehold, registered/unregistered, newbuilds and shared ownership properties); receive and check mortgage instructions from lenders and undertake specific tasks required; prepare transfer and mortgage deeds; reporting to clients; assist head of office in supporting junior members of staff; receive mortgage funds; pay stamp taxes (SDLT) and deal with the registration of client and lender with the Land Registry; Assist with registering the property Qualifications - Practising Certificate Required - Communication skills - Proficiency in IT - Strong time management skills - Excellent organisational skills Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Additional pay: Bonus scheme Performance bonus Benefits: Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Sick pay Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Buckingham, Buckinghamshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Will you commute to Buckingham for this Job? Experience: PQE: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: Practising Certificate (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

We are recruiting an experienced Conveyancer to join and lead our Residential Conveyancing team in Kingswood. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior Residential Conveyancer looking to progress to Senior Associate or Legal Director level, with the responsibility of leading a team. We have a bespoke internal management programme and academy to support an ambitious residential lawyer looking to progress and grow with our team. You will be dealing with a range of residential property transactions (including sales, purchases, transfers and remortgages) and will be well supported by a Paralegal and Legal Secretary. We focus on high-quality service over quantity of transactions and do not have a 'high volume' business model. The wider Residential Conveyancing team is among the biggest in Bristol, spanning four of our five offices. Our department is highly regarded, and we frequently receive excellent reviews on Review Solicitors and Google. The role Progressing matters proactively and professionally with the aim of concluding cases efficiently whilst achieving good outcomes for clients. Interviewing clients, taking instructions and keeping detailed file notes. Maintaining file checklists. Reviewing compliance documentation and analysing source of funds evidence for AML. Issuing client care letters. Drafting or considering contract packages. Raising enquiries. Submitting appropriate searches. Drafting title, mortgage and search reports. Acting for mortgage lenders. Conducting exchanges of contracts. Agreeing on the form of transfer deeds and raising requisitions. Completing matters on schedule. Advising clients on the progress of matters and costs. Checking all draft documents. Giving undertakings in the approved form in conveyancing matters. Notifying the Head of Department of any complaints received and assisting with resolving these. Ensuring the confidentiality and security of the firm's and clients' documentation and information. Compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors. Ensuring good working relationships with external institutions, third parties and organisations. Our team has established connections with local estate agents, and we are therefore looking for someone who is engaged and confident in networking and other marketing/business development activities. Accounts procedures: Preparation of bills of costs, completion statements, exchanging contracts and obtaining the approval of Accounts for bills. Obtaining payment on account from clients. Requesting cheques and obtaining authorised signatures. Notifying Accounts of incoming telegraphic transfers. Preparing written requests for telegraphic transfer for authorisation. Counting money received from clients as payments in. Requesting the transfer of money between client accounts and the office account. Part of this role involves management of the Kingswood Conveyancing team. Team Leader duties include: Hosting weekly team meetings, monthly 121s and bi-annual Personal Development Reviews for all team members. HR team responsibilities for office team members, e.g. recruitment, probation reviews and holiday management. Training of junior staff. Management of an efficient triage system for new work. About us Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer. We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance. At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values. We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms. The ideal candidate Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer. Experience in the South West property market. Hold a Law degree, or hold a CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ). Be IT literate and confident in using and adapting to new systems and processes. Location and working hours This is a full-time role (office hours are 9am - 5.15pm, Monday-Friday). Part-time considered. The role is based at our Kingswood office with the option to apply for hybrid working post-probation. Belonging at Barcan and Kirby We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you. _If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing ._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00-£70,000.00 per year Work Location: In person

Role: Gilroy Steel Solicitors have 3 offices in Brackley, Buckingham and Northampton. We specialise in Conveyancing (residential), Equity Release, Family Law (including Divorce), Wills and Probate. Salary: Dependent upon experience For our Buckingham Office we are seeking: Residential Solicitor/CILEX/Licensed Conveyancer with at least 2 years' experience; Support the Buckingham office primarily and Brackley office on occasion; Capable, strong candidate willing to commit sustained effort for longer term rewards. Responsibilities: Be an ambassador for the company, always maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity; As applicable: maintain a full clean practicing certificate and be competent in all areas of residential conveyancing; Deliver the business objectives as set from time to time; Deliver the end-to-end conveyancing process within given time frames; Assist with other matters as required. A summary of our expectations are as follows: research information and communicate with clients and others in person, and by other means e.g. email; use a computerised case management system, as conveyancing tasks are increasingly being completed online; take instructions from clients; seek to protect clients' interests at all times, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering; send terms of engagement and estimates of fees and disbursements; obtain or check Land Registry documents or title deeds (if the land is unregistered); draft and/or check sales/purchase contracts (title checking) and agree terms with the conveyancer acting for the other party to the transaction; collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents; deal with all financial aspects of a transaction; exchange contracts and complete the transaction; if the property is leasehold, obtain the landlord's agreement to the sale or the change of mortgage and deal with apportionments of rent and service charges as well as being able to calculate apportionments upon completion; Any other work which are within your capabilities. Specific tasks for purchase transactions include: carrying out and checking pre-contract searches and title documents by checking whether the property is affected by local authority proposals, leases, easements or covenants, mortgages, land tax, susceptibility to flooding or subsidence, or liability for unsound building structures and repairs; raise enquiries on title (freehold/leasehold, registered/unregistered, newbuilds and shared ownership properties); receive and check mortgage instructions from lenders and undertake specific tasks required; prepare transfer and mortgage deeds; reporting to clients; assist head of office in supporting junior members of staff; receive mortgage funds; pay stamp taxes (SDLT) and deal with the registration of client and lender with the Land Registry; Assist with registering the property Qualifications - Practising Certificate Required - Communication skills - Proficiency in IT - Strong time management skills - Excellent organisational skills Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Additional pay: Bonus scheme Performance bonus Benefits: Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Sick pay Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Buckingham, Buckinghamshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Will you commute to Buckingham for this Job? Experience: PQE: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: Practising Certificate (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

We are recruiting an experienced Conveyancer to join and lead our Residential Conveyancing team in Kingswood. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior Residential Conveyancer looking to progress to Senior Associate or Legal Director level, with the responsibility of leading a team. We have a bespoke internal management programme and academy to support an ambitious residential lawyer looking to progress and grow with our team. You will be dealing with a range of residential property transactions (including sales, purchases, transfers and remortgages) and will be well supported by a Paralegal and Legal Secretary. We focus on high-quality service over quantity of transactions and do not have a 'high volume' business model. The wider Residential Conveyancing team is among the biggest in Bristol, spanning four of our five offices. Our department is highly regarded, and we frequently receive excellent reviews on Review Solicitors and Google. The role Progressing matters proactively and professionally with the aim of concluding cases efficiently whilst achieving good outcomes for clients. Interviewing clients, taking instructions and keeping detailed file notes. Maintaining file checklists. Reviewing compliance documentation and analysing source of funds evidence for AML. Issuing client care letters. Drafting or considering contract packages. Raising enquiries. Submitting appropriate searches. Drafting title, mortgage and search reports. Acting for mortgage lenders. Conducting exchanges of contracts. Agreeing on the form of transfer deeds and raising requisitions. Completing matters on schedule. Advising clients on the progress of matters and costs. Checking all draft documents. Giving undertakings in the approved form in conveyancing matters. Notifying the Head of Department of any complaints received and assisting with resolving these. Ensuring the confidentiality and security of the firm's and clients' documentation and information. Compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors. Ensuring good working relationships with external institutions, third parties and organisations. Our team has established connections with local estate agents, and we are therefore looking for someone who is engaged and confident in networking and other marketing/business development activities. Accounts procedures: Preparation of bills of costs, completion statements, exchanging contracts and obtaining the approval of Accounts for bills. Obtaining payment on account from clients. Requesting cheques and obtaining authorised signatures. Notifying Accounts of incoming telegraphic transfers. Preparing written requests for telegraphic transfer for authorisation. Counting money received from clients as payments in. Requesting the transfer of money between client accounts and the office account. Part of this role involves management of the Kingswood Conveyancing team. Team Leader duties include: Hosting weekly team meetings, monthly 121s and bi-annual Personal Development Reviews for all team members. HR team responsibilities for office team members, e.g. recruitment, probation reviews and holiday management. Training of junior staff. Management of an efficient triage system for new work. About us Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer. We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance. At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values. We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms. The ideal candidate Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer. Experience in the South West property market. Hold a Law degree, or hold a CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ). Be IT literate and confident in using and adapting to new systems and processes. Location and working hours This is a full-time role (office hours are 9am - 5.15pm, Monday-Friday). Part-time considered. The role is based at our Kingswood office with the option to apply for hybrid working post-probation. Belonging at Barcan and Kirby We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you. _If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing ._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00-£70,000.00 per year Work Location: In person

We are recruiting an experienced Conveyancer to join and lead our Residential Conveyancing team in Kingswood. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior Residential Conveyancer looking to progress to Senior Associate or Legal Director level, with the responsibility of leading a team. We have a bespoke internal management programme and academy to support an ambitious residential lawyer looking to progress and grow with our team. You will be dealing with a range of residential property transactions (including sales, purchases, transfers and remortgages) and will be well supported by a Paralegal and Legal Secretary. We focus on high-quality service over quantity of transactions and do not have a 'high volume' business model. The wider Residential Conveyancing team is among the biggest in Bristol, spanning four of our five offices. Our department is highly regarded, and we frequently receive excellent reviews on Review Solicitors and Google. The role Progressing matters proactively and professionally with the aim of concluding cases efficiently whilst achieving good outcomes for clients. Interviewing clients, taking instructions and keeping detailed file notes. Maintaining file checklists. Reviewing compliance documentation and analysing source of funds evidence for AML. Issuing client care letters. Drafting or considering contract packages. Raising enquiries. Submitting appropriate searches. Drafting title, mortgage and search reports. Acting for mortgage lenders. Conducting exchanges of contracts. Agreeing on the form of transfer deeds and raising requisitions. Completing matters on schedule. Advising clients on the progress of matters and costs. Checking all draft documents. Giving undertakings in the approved form in conveyancing matters. Notifying the Head of Department of any complaints received and assisting with resolving these. Ensuring the confidentiality and security of the firm's and clients' documentation and information. Compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors. Ensuring good working relationships with external institutions, third parties and organisations. Our team has established connections with local estate agents, and we are therefore looking for someone who is engaged and confident in networking and other marketing/business development activities. Accounts procedures: Preparation of bills of costs, completion statements, exchanging contracts and obtaining the approval of Accounts for bills. Obtaining payment on account from clients. Requesting cheques and obtaining authorised signatures. Notifying Accounts of incoming telegraphic transfers. Preparing written requests for telegraphic transfer for authorisation. Counting money received from clients as payments in. Requesting the transfer of money between client accounts and the office account. Part of this role involves management of the Kingswood Conveyancing team. Team Leader duties include: Hosting weekly team meetings, monthly 121s and bi-annual Personal Development Reviews for all team members. HR team responsibilities for office team members, e.g. recruitment, probation reviews and holiday management. Training of junior staff. Management of an efficient triage system for new work. About us Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer. We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance. At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values. We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms. The ideal candidate Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer. Experience in the South West property market. Hold a Law degree, or hold a CILEx Professional Qualification (CPQ). Be IT literate and confident in using and adapting to new systems and processes. Location and working hours This is a full-time role (office hours are 9am - 5.15pm, Monday-Friday). Part-time considered. The role is based at our Kingswood office with the option to apply for hybrid working post-probation. Belonging at Barcan and Kirby We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you. _If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing ._ Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £40,000.00-£70,000.00 per year Work Location: In person

Role: Gilroy Steel Solicitors have 3 offices in Brackley, Buckingham and Northampton. We specialise in Conveyancing (residential), Equity Release, Family Law (including Divorce), Wills and Probate. Salary: Dependent upon experience For our Buckingham Office we are seeking: Residential Solicitor/CILEX/Licensed Conveyancer with at least 2 years' experience; Support the Buckingham office primarily and Brackley office on occasion; Capable, strong candidate willing to commit sustained effort for longer term rewards. Responsibilities: Be an ambassador for the company, always maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity; As applicable: maintain a full clean practicing certificate and be competent in all areas of residential conveyancing; Deliver the business objectives as set from time to time; Deliver the end-to-end conveyancing process within given time frames; Assist with other matters as required. A summary of our expectations are as follows: research information and communicate with clients and others in person, and by other means e.g. email; use a computerised case management system, as conveyancing tasks are increasingly being completed online; take instructions from clients; seek to protect clients' interests at all times, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering; send terms of engagement and estimates of fees and disbursements; obtain or check Land Registry documents or title deeds (if the land is unregistered); draft and/or check sales/purchase contracts (title checking) and agree terms with the conveyancer acting for the other party to the transaction; collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents; deal with all financial aspects of a transaction; exchange contracts and complete the transaction; if the property is leasehold, obtain the landlord's agreement to the sale or the change of mortgage and deal with apportionments of rent and service charges as well as being able to calculate apportionments upon completion; Any other work which are within your capabilities. Specific tasks for purchase transactions include: carrying out and checking pre-contract searches and title documents by checking whether the property is affected by local authority proposals, leases, easements or covenants, mortgages, land tax, susceptibility to flooding or subsidence, or liability for unsound building structures and repairs; raise enquiries on title (freehold/leasehold, registered/unregistered, newbuilds and shared ownership properties); receive and check mortgage instructions from lenders and undertake specific tasks required; prepare transfer and mortgage deeds; reporting to clients; assist head of office in supporting junior members of staff; receive mortgage funds; pay stamp taxes (SDLT) and deal with the registration of client and lender with the Land Registry; Assist with registering the property Qualifications - Practising Certificate Required - Communication skills - Proficiency in IT - Strong time management skills - Excellent organisational skills Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Additional pay: Bonus scheme Performance bonus Benefits: Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Sick pay Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Buckingham, Buckinghamshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Will you commute to Buckingham for this Job? Experience: PQE: 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: Practising Certificate (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person

Berry Recruitment is out looking for a Conveyancer/ Solicitor for an new established firm. A forward-thinking, newly established law firm looking for an experienced Conveyancing Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer to lead our property practice and take on the pivotal role of Head of Financial Administration (HOFA). This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a growing firm, combining your legal expertise in property transactions with financial oversight and compliance responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Manage residential and commercial property transactions from start to finish. Advise clients on legal procedures, draft and review contracts, and conduct due diligence. Handle trust-related property matters and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Oversee client accounts and internal financial administration as HOFA. What We're Looking For? Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer (5+ years PQE preferred). Strong knowledge of property law, conveyancing procedures, and trusts. Experience with HOFA duties and financial compliance. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills. Why Join the team? Be part of a collaborative, innovative team from the ground up. Influence firm culture, processes, and client service delivery. Hybrid working options available. Career progression and professional development supported. Location: Office-based with hybrid flexibility - Warwickshire Hours: 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday Salary Negotiable depending on experience If this is something of interest please apply with up to date CV - CV being reviewed on daily basis. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.