Robert Walters
Interim Residential Property Solicitor
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Interim Residential Property Solicitor
I am currently working with a legal 500 law firm who is in urgent need for a Interim Residential Property Solicitor to join their team on a interim basis. This is a 3 month temporary contract which offers you the chance to handle a diverse caseload of residential property matters, including leasehold, freehold, and home ownership transactions.
Job title: Interim Residential Property Solicitor
Location: Birmingham
Hourly rate: £50 - £60 per hour
Key duties:
- Manage a varied caseload of residential property transactions independently from initial instruction through to post-completion formalities.
- Draft and issue all necessary conveyancing documentation efficiently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
- Respond promptly to pre-contract enquiries, ensuring all client queries are addressed with clarity and attention to detail.
- Review and report on title documents and search results for both leasehold and freehold properties as part of the transaction process.
- Negotiate contract terms effectively with all parties involved, ensuring agreements are reached in line with client expectations.
- Oversee the exchange of contracts and coordinate completions within agreed timeframes, meeting the quick turnaround requirements set by clients.
- Handle post-completion tasks such as Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions and Land Registry registrations accurately and within deadlines.
- Manage a range of home ownership matters, including shared ownership purchases and sales, staircasing transactions, lease extensions, and right-to-buy acquisitions.
- Liaise with housing associations, mortgage lenders, managing agents, and other stakeholders to progress home ownership transactions efficiently.
- Advise clients on the legal aspects of shared ownership schemes and affordable housing products, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and lender criteria.
- Work closely with national housebuilders on part exchange transactions involving unregistered properties as part of their plot sales procedures.
- Maintain meticulous records of all casework using appropriate IT systems while always adhering to confidentiality protocols.
- Participate actively in business development initiatives to contribute to the ongoing growth of the residential development unit.
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- 1-5 years' experience managing residential conveyancing cases independently from instruction through completion is essential for this role.
- Demonstrated ability to handle leasehold, freehold, and home ownership/shared ownership transactions with minimal supervision is required.
- Experience dealing with housing associations, affordable housing schemes, and staircasing matters would be highly advantageous.
- Excellent commercial awareness enabling you to understand client needs within the context of property law is highly valued.
- A proven track record as a dependable team player who thrives in collaborative environments is important for success here.
What's next:
If you are interested in this Interim Residential Property Solicitor role, apply today by clicking the link provided or sending an updated CV to Sharna.Duncan@robertwalters.com.
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