Job Description

Due to the recognition of the huge opportunities for growth an opportunity has arisen to join one of the leading law firms in Cornwall and Devon as a Lawyer in the Residential Property Department.


To provide and build on the existing conveyancing team in the East of the county in order to meet the needs of the ever-growing client base in this region. The role of the Conveyancing Lawyer is to ensure that the house buying and selling process is conducted smoothly and consistently for our clients.


We are looking for self-motivated Conveyancing Lawyers who will take pride in delivering excellent customer service every time.


In this newly created role you will work in our Residential Property Department and become a key member of our busy established team taking the client on their journey from the initial instruction stage to Post-Completion.

What you will do:

Manage a varied caseload from start to post completion including; Freehold and Leasehold sales & purchase, registered and unregistered land, equity release, buy-to-let, right to buy, lease extensions, newbuild, affordable/shared ownership housing and auctions.


Hold and develop new relationships with introducers Manage more complex cases such as creation of new easements, adverse possession, relinquishing easements or covenants, etc. Liaise with vendors, purchasers, solicitors, financial advisors and estate agents

Experience and Qualifications you need:

At least 5 years' conveyancing experience in managing a varied case load Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer

You will love this role if:

You want to make a difference in a forward-thinking business that delivers great customer service coupled with a desire to innovate and improve the existing home purchase customer journey.

You will be a success if:

You are a team worker and collaborative, but personally tenacious, organised, resilient and energetic. You achieve a high degree of client satisfaction and measure this to improve.

The role offers exceptional opportunities for personal development and advancement in a well-established team

About us

We have been around for ages - since 1747 to be precise. We have been advising businesses, families and individuals in the South West on the issues that shape their lives and futures for more than 275 years. Our firm, our team and our way of doing business is rooted in the communities and economy of Cornwall and Devon, and it shows in the way we work with our clients.


Coodes has established a reputation as a firm that values and respects its people and supports them in developing rewarding, long-term careers. Our values of professionalism, integrity, teamwork, fairness, enterprise and excellence underpin everything that we do. They embody how we work and grow together, how we tackle challenges, adapt to change and embrace new opportunities. Our positive culture with clear and shared values was recognised in April 2021 when we attained Investors in People Silver.


Whatever the role and location, joining Coodes means working alongside colleagues who are recognised experts in their fields and who deliver the very highest standards of excellence in legal practice and client service

Additional benefits include

Group pension plan Annual bonus scheme Medical cash plan Life assurance Holiday trading Private medical insurance options Cycle to work Discounted shopping platform

Location

Ideally Holsworthy, Launceston or Liskeard


In addition to our offices, the firm aims to enable as many staff as possible to incorporate an element of remote work into their working week if they so wish with a minimum of 3 days' office-based working.

Hours

This is a full time position. 35 hours a week Monday to Friday however we welcome applications from candidates looking for alternative working arrangements.

DBS

This vacancy will be subject to a DBS Check.


Speculative candidates submitted through agencies we have not instructed will not be considered to be represented by that agency.


We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found