Residential Property Solicitor – 2 PQE, National Firm, Legal 100, Chambers-Rated, Thames Valley

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Residential Property Solicitor – 2 PQE, National Firm, Legal 100, Chambers-Rated, Thames Valley

Company

Stonor Recruitment

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor – 2 PQE, National Firm, Legal 100, Chambers-Rated, Thames ValleyEmployer Location Oxfordshire Salary £55,000 – £60,000 + Extensive Benefits & Hybrid Flexibility Closing date 2 Dec 2024 Reference SL/BR/144View more categoriesView less categoriesVacancy Type , , , , Experience Level , , Contract Hours Practice Areas PQE , , ,Save jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Job DetailsJust in! – we are seeking an ambitious and experienced qualified Residential Property Solicitor (2 PQE+) to join a leading national 100 firm based in the Thames Valley..We would like to speak with experienced individuals who are keen on progressing their career within a national legal 100 firm with excellent opportunities to progress longer term.Key Responsibilities may include:

• Manage a caseload of files, dealing effectively with cases and transactions.
• Build credibility with clients and develops own client relationships through managing client expectations regarding options, outcomes, risk and timescales.
• Scope fees for existing clients
• Grow internal and external networks of clients, intermediaries and contacts.
• Build on personal and department profile and reputation by attending networking events, writing publications/ marketing materials and speaking at seminars.
• Take responsibility for managing aspects of projects that are delegated and meet deadlines.
• Support juniors in the team by giving technical, business and general advice.
• Ensure a good flow of communication to senior lawyers but also more junior members of the team
• Track progress against your own KPIs, meeting targets
• Support with budgetary management of client matters
• Apply all business processes and use resources effectively & efficiently.
• Understand the changes in the practice area/legal sector and the implications for the firm.

Skills, Experience, and Attributes

• Previous experience of managing a residential property caseload
• Qualifed fee earner 2 PQE+
• Ability to manage own files and delegate work to others
• Strong client management skills with a focus on delivery of excellent client service

You will be working within an established and profitable team dealing with new instructions on receipt and working on those instructions through pre and post completion.We are looking for an individual who is highly organised and able to work to deadlines. A sense of humour is essential and a willingness to contribute to the wider team imperative.What will you be doing?

• Handling files both freehold and leasehold from initial instruction through to completion having ensured that all enquiries have been dealt with, title issues have been accurately resolved, all searches carried out and checked and mortgage conditions satisfied;
• Title checking;
• Acting as sounding board for more junior solicitors and conveyancing assistants and handling more complex transactions;
• Preparation of contracts and supporting documents;
• Checking official copy documents;
• Liaising with clients, clients’ agents, borrowers, asset managers, buyers’ solicitors, internal departments and any other as necessary;
• Dealing with post completion issues and ensuring post-completion is concluded accurately;
• Using case management systems on a day-to-day basis; and
• Handle client billing and ensure all billing is accurate and timely.

Duties will include:– Registering applications on the Land Registry for completed purchases and remortgages;– Registering applications on Companies House;– Deal with all enquiries from Companies House and Land Registry;– Updating reports on Excel spreadsheets on all commercial and bridging loan cases– Chasing solicitors by email, telephone and letters– Issuing security documentation– Working on files when they are due to complete, e.g doing report on titles, reporting to funders– Handling completion monies– Using Case Management systems for different matters– Preparing invoices and lodging all fee’s and bills to the accounts department.This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for the successful person to progress their career within a supportive and collegiate team offering high quality work experience with an unrivalled financial package to accompany.To apply, please submit your CV via the link below or contact ben@stonorlegal.comCompanyStonor Legal are No.1 for legal recruitment across Oxfordshire and the Thames Valley.We offer a highly consultative, pro-active service pioneered following successful careers in the law and legal search industry.Company info Website Telephone 01844 355 794Share this jobApply for Residential Property Solicitor – 2 PQE, National Firm, Legal 100, Chambers-Rated, Thames ValleyAlready uploaded your CV? to apply instantlyFields marked with an asterisk (*) are requiredFirst name requiredLast name requiredWhat is your email address? requiredYour CV requiredYour file must be a .doc, .pdf, .docx, or .rtf. No larger than 1MBDrag and dropChoose a fileSelected file: Remove fileAdd a cover message requiredEmail me similar jobs when they become available Your communication preferencesI’d like to receive emails about jobs and services from The Lawyer JobsI’d like to receive emails from third partiesWhen you apply for a job we will send your application to the named employer, who may contact you. By applying for a job listed on The Lawyer Jobs you agree to our and . You should never be required to provide bank account details. If you are, please . All emails will contain a link in the footer to enable you to unsubscribe at any time.Send applicationSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.© 2011 – 2024 Centaur Media Plc. Powered by Madgex Job Board TechnologyTheLawyer.com Limited
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Expected salary

£55000 – 60000 per year

Location

Oxfordshire

Job date

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 23:13:17 GMT

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