Job title: Solicitor / Licensed Conveyancer / Chartered Legal Executive / CILEX Lawyer / Paralegal
Practice area: Property
Location: The role is predominantly based at our Llandovery office but with attendance at our Llandeilo office also required
Contract type: Permanent
Pay: Depending on title and hours
Hours and schedule: Preferably full-time, 37.5 hours/week (Monday-Friday, 0930-1700, 7.5 hours/day including 30 minute paid lunch). Open to negotiation on part-time working.
Annual leave: 22 days plus bank holidays (or FTE if part-time)
Benefits: Health insurance - Bupa Select Complete
Context:
Carreg Law was established in 2014 in Llandeilo, with its second office in Llandovery being opened in 2024. The firm’s services cover property, wills, power of attorney, probate, family and dispute resolution.
Of the firm’s team of nine, four work in conveyancing with support from three administrative staff. We are seeking a new recruit to focus on providing conveyancing services at our Llandovery office. The office offers an appealing opportunity to someone wishing to become known as Carreg Law’s property professional in the local area.
Delivering a very high standard of professional service is important to us and so is an unpretentious, supportive, positive and friendly office culture.
Key responsibilities:
N.B. The following responsibilities would be modified to your title where appropriate.
Manage a caseload of property transactions from initial quotation to post-completion.
Advise clients on residential and/or commercial property matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, transfers of equity, remortgages, and lease extensions.
Conduct title checks, searches, and due diligence and reporting to client
Draft and review contracts, transfers, leases, deeds and other legal documents.
Liaise with estate agents, lenders, solicitors, and HM Land Registry.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and anti-money laundering requirements.
Maintain accurate records using case management systems.
Provide exceptional client care and respond promptly to queries.
Stay updated on relevant property law, legislation, and industry hot topics.
Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor / Licensed Conveyancer / Chartered Legal Executive / CILEX Lawyer / Paralegal in England and Wales.
2+ years post-qualification experience preferred.
Proven experience in handling residential and/or commercial conveyancing transactions.
Strong knowledge of property law and conveyancing procedures.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Competent in using legal case management systems, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and Apple macOS.
Application method:
Please email a CV along with covering email/letter to recruitment@carreglaw.co.uk