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Conveyancing Solicitor/Case Handler
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About Us:
Sort Legal, part of Sort Group, is a trusted conveyancing specialist, committed to providing efficient, high-quality services across all residential property transactions. We are looking for an experienced Conveyancing Case Handler to join our team on Gosforth High Street. This role is ideal for a skilled professional ready to take ownership of their caseload while mentoring junior team members.
Role Overview:
As a Conveyancing Case Handler, you will manage your own caseload of freehold and registered sale and purchase transactions, ensuring matters are handled promptly and in line with service-level agreements (SLAs). You will also supervise and guide Conveyancing Assistants, ensuring regulatory compliance and high standards throughout the conveyancing process.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage your own caseload, ensuring timely and efficient handling of transactions.
- Supervise Conveyancing Assistants, reviewing sales files, and signing off contracts, exchanges, and completions.
- Handle key stages of purchase transactions, including title approval, raising and resolving enquiries, and reporting to clients.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and SLA commitments.
- Conduct regular file reviews to ensure cases are progressing appropriately.
- Act as the first point of contact for client and introducer complaints, resolving concerns promptly.
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Skills and Experience Required:
- A minimum of two years’ experience handling your own caseload of freehold and registered sale and purchase transactions.
- Experience with leasehold, transfer of equity, and transactions involving existing mortgages (desirable).
- Strong knowledge of conveyancing regulations, including the CLC Code of Conduct, money laundering, and data protection laws.
- Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise under pressure.
- Strong IT skills and experience with case management systems.
- A collaborative team player with an assertive, calm, and professional approach.
- Desirable: Licensed Conveyancer or Solicitor qualification.
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Benefits
- Competitive salary up to £50,000, based on experience.
- Opportunities for career progression within a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Ongoing training to enhance your conveyancing expertise.
- Top 50 Apprenticeship Employer (https://higherin.com/top-employers/apprenticeships/smes)
If you’re a motivated conveyancing professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join the team at Sort Legal!
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