Conveyancing Fee Earner

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. RequirementsKey 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. • Top 50 Apprenticeship Employer () 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!