Conveyancing Lawyer (West Kirby) Hybrid in Birkenhead

Job Description

Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer Location: West Kirby\n Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE\n Job Type: Full Time\n Working Arrangement: Hybrid working available\n \n \n The Opportunity A well-established and highly regarded law firm is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor / Residential Conveyancer to join its established residential property team.\n \n \n This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or experienced Residential Property Lawyer with 3+ years' PQE to join a supportive and collaborative team where quality of work, client service and professional development are genuinely valued.\n \n \n The firm has built a strong reputation for providing a high-quality, client-focused legal service and offers a positive working environment where individuals are supported to develop their careers.\n \n Salary is up to £45,000 depending on experience, alongside a strong benefits package and hybrid working.\n \n \n About You The successful candidate will ideally have at least 3 years' PQE or equivalent experience in residential conveyancing and be confident managing a caseload of residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion.\n \n \n You will be an organised, commercially aware and client-focused Residential Property Solicitor or Conveyancer who can work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.\n \n \n You should have:\n \n \n

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• 3+ years' PQE or equivalent residential conveyancing experience

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• Strong knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures

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• Experience managing residential property transactions from instruction to completion

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• Excellent communication and client care skills

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• Strong organisational and case management abilities

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• Excellent attention to detail

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• The ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities

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• Experience dealing with lenders, estate agents and other third parties

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• A proactive and solutions-focused approach

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• The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

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• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the residential property market

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• An interest in networking and business development

\nKey Responsibilities As a Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer, you will manage a varied caseload of residential property matters, including:\n \n \n

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• Taking instructions from clients and providing clear, practical legal advice

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• Managing residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion

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• Dealing with sales, purchases and associated conveyancing matters

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• Liaising with clients, lenders, mortgage brokers, estate agents and other solicitors

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• Reviewing contracts, searches, survey reports and mortgage offers

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• Advising clients on property ownership and associated legal issues

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• Ensuring compliance with lender requirements

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• Conducting client due diligence, conflict checks and ongoing risk assessments

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• Dealing with source of funds and source of wealth requirements

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• Advising clients on SDLT and other transaction-related liabilities

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• Drafting and reviewing contracts, transfer documents, SDLT forms and other conveyancing documentation

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• Managing exchange of contracts and completion deadlines

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• Maintaining regular communication with clients and keeping them updated throughout transactions

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• Dealing with post-completion requirements, including Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions

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• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring all key dates are diarised

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• Ensuring compliance with professional, regulatory and internal procedures

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• Accurately recording time and adhering to billing and performance targets

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• Contributing to business development, networking and relationship-building activity where appropriate

\nSalary & Benefits\n

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• Salary up to £45,000 DOE

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• 20–25 days' annual leave depending on experience

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• 23 days' holiday for candidates joining with 3+ years' PQE

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• 25 days' holiday for candidates with 5+ years' PQE

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• Bank holidays

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• Additional 3 days' leave between Christmas and New Year

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• Hybrid working available

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• Paid sick leave

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• Dependants' leave

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• Birthday leave

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• Two paid volunteering days per year

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• Health benefits through Medicash after qualifying service

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• Staff discounts on Wills, LPAs and Residential Conveyancing

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• Wellbeing initiatives and social events

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• Bonus and reward schemes

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• Employee referral programme

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• Employee recognition scheme

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• Quarterly client care rewards

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• Structured performance reviews and career development

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• Annual salary and bonus review

\nWorking Arrangements The role offers hybrid working, although the successful candidate will ideally be office-based during their initial six-month probationary period to allow them to fully integrate into the team, systems and working practices.\n \n \n Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor, Residential Conveyancer, Licensed Conveyancer or experienced Property Lawyer looking for a long-term career with an established firm that genuinely values its people.\n \n \n You will join a supportive residential property team, benefit from structured development and enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working once established in the role.\n \n Apply now for a confidential discussion about this Residential Property Solicitor opportunity.