Job Description

At Killingworth and Parrott, we pride ourselves on delivering a personal service, providing clear practical help and advice with a common-sense approach to guide our clients through their legal issues.

Based in the busy market town of Belper (part of the Derwent Mills World Heritage Site) the practice is embedded within the local community, and enjoys plenty of local amenities with easy transport links to the surrounding towns and cities.

We're now seeking a new team member to help manage an active conveyancing caseload, provide support to colleagues and help shape the property department for the journey ahead. Progression opportunities are available for those seeking further development.

Position

; Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer

Hours

; Full time, Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (Part time requests will also be considered)

Qualifications

; A qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer.

Experience

; A minimum of 3 years carrying out a full time conveyancing caseload.

Salary

; Competitive remuneration dependent on experience.

Key duties

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Independently progressing conveyancing matters from quoting to completion of registration, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages and transfers of equity, as well as shared ownership, leasehold, newbuild and unregistered properties; Providing clients with clear practical advice on legal documents generated during the conveyancing process; Communicating clearly and professionally with clients, other Solicitors, Lenders, Estate Agents and other third parties; Using the firm's software and precedents to produce legal documents; Working closely with colleagues, mentoring and supporting them where necessary; Ensuring all work is undertaken accurately, complying with industry standards.

The candidate should be able to

;

demonstrate a clear understanding of the conveyancing process and be familiar with the Law Society Conveyancing Protocol; work independently in a busy legal environment without compromising the quality of work; show a professional yet approachable manner with excellent interpersonal skills; show an ability to work to often tight deadlines with excellent organisational skills; be a team player; be self-motivated; and demonstrate a proficiency with Office Outlook, Excel and Word.
Please apply with a full CV and covering letter to Stephen Parrott

stephen@killingworthandparrott.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person