Solicitor/Legal Executive/Licenced Conveyancer – Residential Property Department

Job Title

Solicitor/Legal Executive/Licenced Conveyancer – Residential Property Department

Job type

Full Time (Monday-Friday, 36.25 hours)

Salary

£34,000 - £48,000 with attractive bonus scheme

Location

Nantwich

Posted

1 week ago

Hibberts LLP

Hibberts Solicitors have been delivering expert legal advice and support to clients since 1799, where client care is of the highest priority. The firm are renowned for the delivery of a personal, professional and practical service, priding themselves on their diverse range of clients and services and are noted for their expertise in agriculture, property, tax and trust work.

The Role

Hibberts are recruiting an experienced Conveyancer to join their established and dynamic property team.  This will be a full-time position, based at our Nantwich and Crewe offices, with the potential of hybrid working in the future.

The role will be to manage and handle a varied caseload of residential sale and purchase transactional work (from file opening through to completion and post completion work), freehold and leasehold property, remortgages, transfers of equity, newbuild and help to buy transactions.

The role is supported with the use of an excellent Case Management System and with secretarial and administrative assistance.

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be either a Solicitor, Licenced Conveyancer or Legal Executive with at least 3 years’ experience running their own caseload.  They will be comfortable working independently and working on their own initiative, producing high quality work.

Managing their own caseload, priorities and demonstrating great organisational skills, they will be able to work autonomously and effectively. They will be skilled and client-focussed in your approach and effective and confident in their communication skills with colleagues and clients alike.

Main Duties

• Handling all aspects of the conveyancing process, including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and leasehold and freehold transactions.
• Advising clients in person, by telephone, and in writing on all stages of property transactions.
• Undertaking title checks, searches, and due diligence to identify and resolve potential legal issues.
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, transfer documentation, and other legal paperwork with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors to progress matters efficiently.
• Complying with all conveyancing regulations, anti-money laundering procedures, and best practice standards.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date file records (paper and electronic) in line with firm policies.
• Developing and sustaining long-term relationships with clients and professional contacts.
• Active involvement in business development, networking, and marketing activities to grow the department’s profile and client base.

Application details

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process is designed to be inclusive and accessible

Please apply in strictest confidence with a copy of your CV and covering letter by email only to Mrs Rachael Hodgkins, 25 Barker Street, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 5EN on reh@hibberts.com  Please do not apply using “apply now” functions.

Essential Requirements

Person Specification

We are seeking a proactive, positive, and professional individual who can demonstrate:

• A minimum of 3 years PQE in residential property.
• Strong technical knowledge of property law and the conveyancing process.
• Excellent client-care skills, with a commitment to providing clear, jargon-free advice.
• Strong organisational abilities, able to manage a busy caseload and meet deadlines without compromising on quality.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial awareness, with the drive to actively contribute to the growth of the department and the firm as a whole.
• A flexible approach, with the willingness to attend both Nantwich and Crewe offices as required.
• IT proficiency, including experience with case management systems and Microsoft Office.

Company Benefits

• Hybrid Working
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Benefit Scheme
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Free Car Parking