Senior Property Lawyer

PM Law Group | Nationwide

Are you a successful Senior Property Lawyer looking for your next career move. The PM Law Group work on a national basis and offer an array of services across the UK.

We are looking for experienced professionals across the different disciplines of commercial and residential conveyancing, sales and purchase, remortgage, equity and new build, landlord and tenant and land law.

Across the business we foster a culture of inclusivity and champion personal development, so each employee has the opportunities to shine and flourish, and we want you to be a part of it.

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Role Responsibilities

To run and manage a suitably sized caseload, subject to seasonality and continuing review of capacity both individually and across the department, with use of an assistant.
Ensure all activity within the team is completed in accordance with strict deadlines and in line with set KPIs and SLAs.
Deal with complex case matters efficiently.
To meet all individual targets and objectives including, but not limited to, target number of completions per month.
Attend dedicated training sessions, 121s, performance reviews, and team meetings.
Act as a mentor and provide support to more junior members of the team to aid their development.
Communicate with clients over the telephone, email and in face-to-face meetings.
To communicate with other solicitors and professional organisations over the telephone, by e-mail and correspondence.
To update all panel members / stakeholders within the business and within the referral businesses with whom we deal.
Be able to deal with and work within referrers SLAs and meet their requirements / panel requirements.
Utilise the in-house bespoke case management system in accordance with firm protocols.
To be a role model for those around you in both file management, actions and behaviour.
To always provide the highest level of customer service to clients.
Utilise the in-house bespoke case management system in accordance with firm protocols.
To carry out such other functions or tasks as required from time to time by the Senior Management team or other members of the firm’s Senior Management Team.
You may be required to perform any other duties and to work in any other areas as requested by the company if necessary, which may include other offices and those of clients

What we need from you

Minimum 2 years’ experience.
Excellent time management and organisational skills, with a proven track record in meeting deadlines.
A proven track record in achieving individual targets and objectives, and in meeting business KPIs and SLAs.
Ability to work using own initiative.
Thrives in fast-paced environments and demonstrates a bias for action with an ability to multi-task and pivot while working on varying deadlines & scopes.
Expert communicator and collaborator, with exceptional client care skills.
An incredible eye for detail with an ability to think outside the box.
A modern approach to conveyancing, and in particular its process driven, proactive, risk-based requirements.
Competent use of MS Office required.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good keyboard / IT / Case Management / Internet and Email skills
Competent use of Microsoft 365 including Excel, Outlook and Teams.
Must have used Case Management Systems, Land Registry Portal, Online SDLT etc and have experience in updating panel websites.
Must be able to demonstrate technical ability in all transactions (as set out above), in addition to comprehensive knowledge, understanding, and compliance with anti-money laundering legislation, CQS requirements and overall SRA compliance obligations.

What we offer you

Working across the PM Law Group will provide you with the opportunity to reach your full potential and develop a long term successful career. You will work with dedicated and experienced professionals whilst contributing to the success of the business and supporting your own personal growth.

In addition, we offer comprehensive benefits which include:

Competitive Salary (depending on experience)
Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with your length of service
Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Salary Sacrifice Pension with employee contributions
Life Assurance
Financial Advice Service
Mortgage Advice Service
Professional development
Industry Leading Training
Free Parking (depending on office location)
Private Medical Insurance

The PM Law Group is an equal opportunities employer.

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