Residential Property Lawyer

Job purpose

To undertake domestic conveyancing services for clients.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

1. Taking instructions from clients and advising clients

2. Communication with clients in person, on the telephone and by letter

3. Communication with third parties on behalf of clients and negotiating with a third party's Solicitors on behalf of Clients

4. Advising clients with regard to costs, preparing accounts and accounting to clients from time to time.

5. Drafting and approving documents

6. Dealing with routine correspondence and telephone attendances

7. Preparing and lodging appropriate documentation with HMRC, HMLR and lender panel management companies within relevant timescales

8. Selecting and instructing independent experts to provide advice on behalf of clients.

9. Supervising and assisting colleagues and support staff

10. Using the computer to open files, input time and generally work within Partners for Windows and other computer programmes as necessary.

11. Completing all administrative forms as shall be required from time to time.

12. Maintain and forge relationships with local Estate Agents and other refers of work marketing the services of the Property Department

13. Proactively progressing transactions

14. Assisting other fee earners when required, including attending other offices if necessary

Skills

• Knowledge of relevant law.

• Ability to communicate with all types of clients and to provide succinct and understandable advice to those clients.

• Drafting skills and ability to negotiate.

Qualifications/Experience

• Previous experience of working in a Residential Conveyancing Department.

Development

To maintain or improve level of knowledge in relation to the area of expertise, to expand knowledge to meet changing needs of clients.

To develop a solid and loyal client base