Solicitor – New Homes Conveyancing – Devon – 2+ Years PQE

Overview

In this role you will manage a dedicated caseload in the New Homes and Residential Conveyancing team, handling plot purchases and related matters for a well-established firm. You will review titles, plans and searches, prepare site-wide reports, and drive 28-day exchange deadlines while collaborating with colleagues to uphold high professional standards. You contribute to client service excellence and support the department’s growth in a growing regional practice. This is an opportunity to specialise in new build conveyancing within a supportive, award-winning environment. You will work to maintain the firm’s strong regional reputation and several industry awards.

Pay / Benefits

• Supportive, friendly and professional working environment
• Strong career progression prospects
• Competitive benefits package
• Opportunities to contribute to a growing and ambitious department
• Positive culture with award recognitions
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of new build and plot purchase matters
• Review title, planning documents and searches for developments
• Raise site-wide enquiries and prepare master site precedent reports
• Act for purchasers on individual plot purchases with 28-day exchange deadlines
• Handle one-off plot purchases and related sales
• Draft documents and correspondence using the firm’s case management system
• Collaborate with colleagues across the residential conveyancing team
• Ensure compliance with procedures, professional standards and quality requirements
• Support department growth through excellent client service and efficient working practices

Key requirements

• At least 2 years PQE in residential conveyancing, including plot purchase work
• Experience reviewing development-wide documentation and preparing site reports
• Ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision
• Strong client relationship skills and a professional, efficient approach
• Track record of contributing to marketing initiatives and fee growth
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and prioritisation
• Good IT skills, including case management systems
• Ability to meet financial and non-financial targets
• Flexible, enthusiastic and commercially aware mindset
• Commitment to compliance, Lexcel standards and continuous improvement

• Client relationship management
• Strong communication
• Organisation and prioritisation
• Commercial awareness
• Case management systems
• IT proficiency in legal software

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