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ONP Solicitors, part of Movera, is looking for experienced and ambitious conveyancers to join our well-established and industry leading Conveyancing team in Stoke.
Department:

Conveyancing

Brand:

ONP Solicitors

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent

Employment Type:

Full Time

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Contract Type:

Permanent

Salary:

£25,000 - £53,000

Job Reference:

PLSoT04

Closing Date:

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Job Description

Are you ready to do the best work of your career? We’re looking for experienced, ambitious conveyancers to be part of our conveyancing team at our Stoke office.

ONP Solicitors is a leading and modern conveyancing firm, part of Movera, a group of home-moving brands, including Cavendish Legal Group, Grindey’s and Conveyancing Alliance. We’re on a mission to transform the moving market, for our people, partners and clients. Enabled by technology but with people at the heart of everything we do.

Our conveyancing teams across Stockport, Stoke and Leeds offer the best possible service for our clients, reflected in our 4.7* Trustpilot rating. What makes us great is you, so we’re searching for more brilliant people, with conveyancing experience and great client care skills, to be part of our team.

 

The Role:

Following a 4-week training programme, designed to ensure you get off to the best possible start with us, you’ll join one of our conveyancing teams. You’ll manage a mixed caseload of freehold, leasehold, newbuild and shared ownership transactions, tailored to your level of expertise. Our bonus scheme gives you the opportunity to earn £12K – £15K per annum, on top of your base salary. We’re proud to offer a structured career path for you to build your career and grow as a person, whatever that looks like for you.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process the sale/purchase from instruction through to completion liaising with all parties to include mortgage brokers, estate agents, solicitors and clients throughout the transaction.
  • Proactively communicate and build strong relationships with clients and third parties keeping them regularly updated of progress.
  • Provide an exceptional service both to the client, introducers and third parties.
  • Recognise potential risks and resolve issues without putting the client or business at risk.
  • Ensure that all allocated files are maintained in good order in compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) and in accordance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
  • Prepare and issue contract papers on any related sale.
  • Thoroughly deal with any sale enquiries.
  • Analyse search results.
  • Display exceptional organisation to target matters for exchange and completion at the start of each month in line with KPIs.
  • Liaise with mortgage lenders regarding drawing down client funds.
  • Dealing with exchange of contracts and legal completion.

 

What you’ll need:

• At least 2 years of Conveyancing experience, managing your own caseload.

• A passion for delivering excellent client service

• Great written and verbal communication skills

• High level of attention to detail

 

This is a full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday.

What we can offer:

We aim to reward your hard work generously. You’ll be greeted in our offices with great coffee, fruit and biscuits to keep you going, alongside all the benefits listed below, plus much more.

• 23 days holiday + 2 extra religious/cultural days

• Hybrid working

• Your birthday off!

• Free conveyancing legal fees

• Moving home days off

• Volunteering days

• Retailer discounts and frequent socials

• Refer a friend bonuses

 

Look forward to Monday mornings at Movera, we have the culture, technology and purpose to change the way you feel about your job.

At Movera, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We believe that a diverse workforce brings unique perspectives and ideas that drive innovation and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups.

DBS and Financial Checks: Please note that as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and trustworthy workplace, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory completion of DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks and financial background checks. These checks are conducted to ensure the safety of our employees and clients and to uphold the highest standards of integrity and compliance in our operations.