Title Lawyer / Conveyancer
- Location: Woking
- Job Type: Full or Part-time (flexible hours considered)
- Working Pattern: Office-based initially (With potential remote options discussed)
A well-established property law practice in Woking is seeking an experienced Title Lawyer / Conveyancer to join the firm on an in-house basis. This role is focused solely on technical title work and provides specialist support to the wider conveyancing team. It is an ideal opportunity for an experienced or semi-retired conveyancer who enjoys technical problem-solving and detail-driven work without the pressures of fee-earning.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Review and analyse residential property titles, including registered and unregistered land.
- Identify and resolve complex title issues, defects, and anomalies.
- Provide clear technical advice and guidance to fee earners and partners.
- Support transactions by advising on easements, covenants, rights of way, restrictions, and leasehold matters.
- Ensure title work complies with current property law, Land Registry requirements, and best practice.
- Assist with high-risk or complex files as required.
- Work collaboratively with the conveyancing team while maintaining a largely autonomous workload.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Significant experience as a Conveyancer, Title Lawyer, or Property Solicitor.
- Strong technical expertise in residential conveyancing and title matters.
- Confidence working independently and making sound technical decisions.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
- Desirable: Experience dealing with complex or legacy title issues, background in supporting or mentoring fee earners on technical matters, prior in-house or support-focused role experience.
Benefits:
- Purely technical role with no client-facing responsibilities.
- Flexible working pattern.
- Supportive, established conveyancing team.
- Ideal opportunity for an experienced or semi-retired professional wishing to remain engaged without a full caseload.
To apply for this Title Lawyer / Conveyancer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position to Mark Watts at Reed, your friendly, local, legal recruitment consultant.