Real Estate Solicitor – 0-2 years PQE

at  Churchgate Accountants

• Bury St Edmunds
• Full Time
• Date posted: 2024-09-1717th September 2024
• Churchgate Accountants Limited
  Churchgates is a unique and powerful combination of Accountants, Tax Advisors, Solicitors, Financial Planners and Investment Managers under one roof. We believe that all people should be treated with respect and our culture is to maintain a friendly, professional environment where traditional values still count.
  Our legal team is looking for a Real Estate Solicitor to join our Bury St Edmunds office. The legal team encompasses corporate, commercial, residential and commercial property and wills, trust and probate matters.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Qualified Conveyancing Solicitor/ Legal Executive (0-2 years PQE plus)
• Strong understanding of residential and commercial property law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised and capable of managing a caseload independently.
• Membership in the Law Society of England and Wales.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Reporting to the Head of Legal, you will assist with a wide range of work including:

• Managing a caseload of conveyancing matters, including residential and commercial sales, purchases, remortgages, commercial leases and property development.
• Assisting with the property aspects associated with probate work and implementation of tax planning.
• Conducting legal research and providing expert advice on property-related issues.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including contracts, leases, and transfer deeds.
• Collaborating with clients, estate agents, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient transactions.
• Staying informed about changes in property law and regulations, ensuring compliance with local and national standards.
• Attending meetings and negotiations on behalf of clients as required.
• Assisting with the promotion of real estate services (seminars, social media, publications) and undertaking business development opportunities.
• Assisting other members of the legal department and other departments within the firm on property-related queries.
• Meeting your productivity, recoverability and fee income targets.
• Working with other departments and legal team members to ensure a joined up service and “one team” approach.