Residential Conveyancer

  • Clayton Legal
  • Brierfield, Lancashire
  • Feb 25, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a skilled Residential Conveyancer to join a busy and supportive team for one of our clients in Nelson. The ideal candidate will have experience running their own caseload and be confident handling a wide range of residential conveyancing matters from start to finish.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm that values client care, professional growth, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

    • Manage a full caseload of residential property transactions, including freehold, leasehold, remortgages, new builds, shared ownership, and transfer of equity

Handle transactions from instruction to completion, including drafting contracts, exchanging contracts, and post-completion work

Communicate regularly with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, and other third parties

Supervise and delegate work to legal assistants and junior team members as needed

Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and AML requirements

Identify and manage legal risks and escalate complex matters where appropriate

Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files using the case management system

Provide fee estimates and manage billing in line with firm policy

What We're Looking For:

    • Proven experience in residential conveyancing (minimum 1-2 years running your own caseload preferred)

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Excellent communication and client care skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Understanding of SRA, AML, and conveyancing compliance standards

Experience with case management systems (desirable)

Apply Today:

If you're a proactive, client-focused conveyancer looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. please send your CV to (url removed) or contact me on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.