Conveyancer (Freelance Consultant)
Pay rate: Negotiable depending on experience
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire; Flexibility offered
Job type: Freelance consultant who can plan their working time around the client s needs
Start date: Immediate/ASAP
Collins Solicitors is an award winning, multi-service law firm based in Watford, Hertfordshire. We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Conveyancer to join our friendly and professional team on a freelance consultancy basis. Our specialities include Personal Injury, Family, Commercial and Property Law. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal services to our clients and our conveyancing team is committed in all instances to offering peace of mind both during and after each transaction.
The Role
To provide high quality legal advice and support services to our clients in the conveyancing process, advising on a wide range of matters from first-time purchases to high-value and portfolio transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage residential and commercial conveyancing caseload from initial enquiry to post-completion.
- Ensuring all appropriate due diligence and money laundering checks are in place.
- Ensuring full compliance with CQS standards, SRA regulations and internal protocols.
- Draft and check all legal documents.
- Work with Land Registry documents and title deeds.
- Maintaining high levels of client care and satisfaction.
- Driving client relationship development and business growth through cross-referrals and collaboration across departments.
- Work closely with other team members and provide support to junior colleagues where appropriate.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- A qualified Solicitor, licensed Conveyancer or CILEX professional with significant conveyancing experience with 4+ years PQE.
- Experienced in handling a full caseload of residential property matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, re-mortgage, transfers of equity, equity release, right to buy and new builds.
- Able to manage relationships throughout the conveyancing chain.
- Clear understanding of Money Laundering Regulations and Solicitors Account Rules.
- Familiar with the regulatory landscape, including CQS protocols and SRA compliance.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A proactive, organised, and client-focused approach, with a commitment to delivering high standards.
- Works well under pressure.
What We Offer:
- Competitive rate of pay.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Flexible working options Plan your working hours around client needs.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about your work and keen to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV now.