Fee Earner – Residential Conveyancing Solicitor (Residential Property Department)

Our client is looking for a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to manage the Department’s caseload from initial instructions from client to post completion matters to include opening/closing files.  You will  provide clear, comprehensive and accurate legal advice to clients and run files in accordance with all internal, professional conduct and accounts rules and obligations. Salary £40,000 to £60,000

The Role

• To carry out client sourcing activities in accordance with internal targets.
• Run transactions smoothly to conclusion providing a high level of service.
• Provide clients with comprehensive and accurate legal advice.
• To attend upon clients on the telephone and in person.
• To confirm advice in correspondence.
• To respond promptly to all written and telephone communications in accordance with the office manual.
• To liaise with solicitors, agents and any other third parties in a timely and professional manner.
• To keep abreast of legal developments in the fee earner’s sphere of practice and defer to expert third party advice where appropriate.
• To progress actively the client’s matter promptly to conclusion.
• To comply with all professional, regulatory and statutory training requirements.
• To keep up-to-date and comply with all procedural, regulatory, statutory and professional changes relevant to the job description and professional qualification.
• To draft all necessary documentation required to progress the client’s case and to proof read documents.
• To uphold the highest standards of work and professional conduct.
• To ensure that paper and electronic files are up to date, accurate and organised.
• To comply with all internal, professional conduct and accounts rules and obligations.
• To prioritise work to meet deadlines agreed with the client or any other party involved with the matter.
• To ensure that all information used in managing the files and storing deeds and wills and any other documents relating to the case are accurately recorded.
• To meet time recording, billing and other performance targets (if applicable).
• To ensure that all requisite deadlines relating to the case are accurately recorded in the central diary system.
• To act as an ambassador/promoter of the firm.
• To take a proactive approach to building professional relationships with clients and other contacts.
• To treat clients and colleagues with respect and tact bearing in mind individual needs and ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• To present smart appearance and wear attire suitable for a professional business environment.
• To maintain and promote the good image of the firm.
• To type own letters and documents as required.
• To assist other fee earners/members of staff as directed by the Managing Director.
• To ensure that all matters requiring chasing are recorded in the diary system maintained in the office and are followed up regularly.

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