Conveyancer FTC in Witham, United Kingdom

Conveyancer Witham FTC

Our client one of the largest property developers in the UK, are looking for an experienced Conveyancer to join their in- house legal team on a fixed term contract possibility of going permanent .The purpose of the role is to manage the legal process of Residential Property transactions, primarily the sale of new- build homes and the part exchange properties

What you’ll do as a Conveyancer
• Reporting to the company Solicitor heading the Plot Team
• Managing and running plot sales, part exchanges and purchases for such group companies that are designated to you
• Ensuring that the caseload is managed and conducted efficiently to achieve exchanges within the required timescales
• Preparing individual plot documentation and manage the transfer of the lease process to facilitate accurate and efficient legal completion
• Dealing with part exchange transactions – title checking and reporting
• Conduct title checks and report on part exchange transactions to identify risks and support informed decision making
• You will build relationships with purchaser’s solicitors, and the Group Legal Department and regional operating companies
• Attending meetings with the sales team to review caseload
• Dealing with post completion matters such as SDLT returns and land Registration where necessary
• Advising and assisting on issues which arise during plot sales and part exchange transactions and where appropriate, dealing with plot sales and part exchange transactions
• Dealing with lease/transfer variations and reversion sales
• Dealing with the recovery of retentions (non-litigious)
• Carrying our AML checks
Candidate
• You will be an experienced and motivated Conveyancer or Fee Earner able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of Residential Conveyancing, practice, and procedure
• Qualification through the Institute of Legal Executives, Council of Licensed Conveyancers or to at least degree level in law would be an advantage
• Previous experience of handling plot sales for a residential house builder (either in house or in private practice) would be a distinct advantage
• The successful candidate will be able to work with modern computer-based technology
• You will be self-motivated, adaptable , have good team and communication skills
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Company Benefits
• 21 day’s annual leave plus Bank Holiday’s, plus 3 days’ given for Christmas closure
• Life Cover & Contributory Pension
• Company Bonus
• Bupa Private Health
• Employee Benefits Platform – Giving you access to – buying a new home at a discounted price
• Share save scheme
• Potential for progression and support with qualifications
• Hybrid working up to two days per week working from home after probation period
• Onsite Parking
• Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm

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