Lender Finance & Bridging Solicitor

Thame, Oxfordshire
Lightfoots LLP
Our multi-award winning Lender Finance Team is a busy, fast paced practice, who have very recently celebrated winning 2023 Conveyancing/ Legal Business of the Year award at the Mortgage Introducer Awards!

Due to our continued success we require Licensed Conveyancers and / or Solicitors specialising in residential conveyancing or commercial property transactions, you will be advising mainly lender clients on all aspects of the buying and selling process, and also including bridging loans, buy-to-let, commercial and development, legal issues, finances and contracts.

What will you be doing?
Handling files both freehold and leasehold from initial instruction through to completion having ensured that all enquiries have been dealt with, title issues have been accurately resolved, all searches carried out and checked and mortgage conditions satisfied;
Title checking;
Acting as sounding board for more junior solicitors and conveyancing assistants and handling more complex transactions;
Preparation of contracts and supporting documents;
Checking official copy documents;
Liaising with clients, clients’ agents, borrowers, asset managers, buyers’ solicitors, internal departments and any other as necessary;
Dealing with post completion issues and ensuring post-completion is concluded accurately;
Using case management systems on a day-to-day basis; and
Handle client billing and ensure all billing is accurate and timely.

Skills & Experience
Experience with buy to let, leasehold properties and corporate clients is necessary
Experience in commercial conveyancing is a plus
Able to work under pressure maintaining attention to detail and meet tight deadlines
Proactive with commercial and financial awareness
Excellent communication and organisational skills at all levels and a true team ethos

Qualifications:
2 years’ + PQE and experience in residential conveyancing or commercial conveyancing is necessaryThis is a permanent position working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm and based in Thame, Oxfordshire. We operate an optional hybrid working model of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

What you get in return

26 days holiday + Bank holidays
Health Cash Plan including dental and optical cover
Enhanced pension scheme
BUPA Private Medical Insurance
Discounted gym membership
Paid Volunteer days
Wellbeing programme & initiatives
A calendar of social and networking activities
Reduced legal fees
Fantastic learning and development opportunities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Application question(s):
Do you have at least 2 years PQE?
Do you live within a commutable distance to Thame, Oxfordshire?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Thame OX9 2BX