Jobs, fresher vacancy - Senior Conveyancing Executive • Surrey

Company: Reed

Surrey

Senior Conveyancing ExecutiveEmployment Type: Full-Time, PermanentLocation: LeatherheadSalary Guide: £30,000 - £38,000 (Depending on Experience)Join our Residential Property team and contribute to providing outstanding client service through expert, clear advice and assistance. We are looking for a Senior Conveyancing Executive who is proactive, client-focused, and thrives in a supportive and engaging work environment. This role is crucial for overseeing the administrative and supervisory aspects of our conveyancing processes.Day-to-Day of the Role:Manage and oversee the full administrative lifecycle of conveyancing files, including file opening, AML checks, document preparation, and post-completion registrations.Act as a senior point of contact for internal queries on conveyancing processes and procedural issues.Provide high-level administrative support to fee earners, including drafting documents and organising client bundles.Supervise and mentor junior property assistants and administrators, ensuring work is carried out efficiently and in accordance with firm standards.Liaise directly with clients, agents, solicitors, lenders, and third parties, ensuring communication is prompt and professional.Lead on post-completion formalities such as submitting SDLT returns and lodging applications at HM Land Registry.Monitor key dates and critical deadlines for transactions, ensuring appropriate follow-up and escalation.Coordinate the team's compliance with regulatory requirements, including AML, GDPR, and internal risk management policies.Review and improve internal procedures and workflows to optimise efficiency and reduce risk.Manage document production and ensure consistency across the team.Support the department’s business development and client relationship initiatives.Assist in maintaining and improving the team's use of the firm’s Case Management System and other digital tools.Attend to clients and agents in a professional and friendly manner, maintaining the firm’s standards for client care.Required Skills & Qualifications:Legal background with specific and solid experience in Residential Property.Extensive understanding of conveyancing procedures, administration, and regulatory requirements.Strong leadership and mentoring skills.Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional client-facing manner.Advanced IT skills in relevant packages.Ability to prioritise, manage competing deadlines, and work under pressure.Commitment to delivering high-quality client service and supporting wider team performance.Benefits:Competitive salary and financial benefits.Health and Wellbeing support.Work Life Enrichment options for a balanced lifestyle.Learning and Development opportunities tailored to help you grow professionally.To apply for this Senior Conveyancing Executive position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to Mark Watts at reed, your local specialist legal Recruiter.