Conveyancing Solicitor/Case Handler

About Us:

Sort Legal, part of
Sort Group, is a trusted conveyancing specialist, committed to providing
efficient, high -quality services across all residential property transactions.
We are looking for an experienced Conveyancing Case Handler to join our
team in South Shields. This role is ideal for a skilled professional
ready to take ownership of their caseload while mentoring junior team members.

Role Overview:

As a Conveyancing Case
Handler, you will manage your own caseload of freehold and registered sale and
purchase transactions, ensuring matters are handled promptly and in line with
service -level agreements (SLAs). You will also supervise and guide Conveyancing
Assistants, ensuring regulatory compliance and high standards throughout the
conveyancing process.

Requirements

Key
Responsibilities:

• Manage your own caseload, ensuring timely
  and efficient handling of transactions.
  
• Supervise Conveyancing Assistants,
  reviewing sales files, and signing off contracts, exchanges, and
  completions.
  
• Handle key stages of purchase
  transactions, including title approval, raising and resolving enquiries,
  and reporting to clients.
  
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory
  requirements and SLA commitments.
  
• Conduct regular file reviews to ensure
  cases are progressing appropriately.
  
• Act as the first point of contact for
  client and introducer complaints, resolving concerns promptly.
  

Skills and
Experience Required:

• A minimum of two years’ experience
  handling your own caseload of freehold and registered sale and purchase
  transactions.
  
• Experience with leasehold, transfer of
  equity, and transactions involving existing mortgages (desirable).
  
• Strong knowledge of conveyancing
  regulations, including the CLC Code of Conduct, money laundering, and data
  protection laws.
  
• Excellent attention to detail,
  organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise under pressure.
  
• Strong IT skills and experience with case
  management systems.
  
• A collaborative team player with an
  assertive, calm, and professional approach.
  
• Desirable: Licensed Conveyancer or
  Solicitor qualification.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £50,000, based on experience.
  
• Opportunities for career progression
  within a supportive and collaborative work environment.
  
• Ongoing training to enhance your
  conveyancing expertise.
  

If you’re a motivated
conveyancing professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love
to hear from you. Apply today and join the team at Sort Legal!