Vacancies

We currently have the following vacancy:

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Job Title
Residential Property Fee Earner

Location
Leeds City Centre

Reporting to
Directors of the Department

Overview
A highly regarded and established Law Firm in Leeds City are seeking an experienced residential property fee earner. The candidate will have at least three years fee earning experience in residential property sale and purchase transactions. The candidate will be responsible for managing and handling a varied caseload of residential matters from inception to completion in a fast-paced environment and can demonstrate high quality client care.

Key Responsibilities
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing expert legal advice on all aspects of residential property transactions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.
• Manage expectations and provide clear and concise updates throughout the process.
• Manage a caseload of residential property transactions, including sales, purchases, remortgages, and leasehold transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Conduct legal research, prepare legal documentation, and provide advice on legal and practical issues affecting clients.
• Liaise with all parties involved in the transaction, which will include, clients, agents, solicitors and other stakeholders.
• Review searches, reports, title deeds, and other relevant documents.
• Ensure transactions comply with all relevant legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Ensure all financial aspects of transactions, including fees, deposits, and completion dates, are managed effectively.
• Maintain all files in accordance with the firms processes and procedures as well and regulatory requirements of the SRA, CQS and Lexcel.
• Adhere to anti-money laundering (AML), data protection and client confidentiality procedures.

Experience
• At least 3 years of experience working within a residential property department or firm in a fee earning role.
• Strong understanding of residential property law and associated procedures.

Technical Skills
• Excellent knowledge of case management systems, property search platforms, and document drafting tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently, prioritise workloads, and manage time effectively.

Education & Qualifications
• All levels of qualification will be considered and if applicable, hold a current practicing certificate with the relevant regulatory body.

Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary
• Full and part time will be considered.
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive and dynamic working environment.
• Flexible working options available.