Property Lawyer - #2100115

Join a team that puts people first

We’re looking for an experienced Property Lawyer to become part of our growing, supportive, and family-friendly team in our centrally located Manchester office.

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional client service and want to develop your career in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Why join us

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported — professionally and personally. That’s why we offer:

• Family-friendly working practices, designed to help you balance work and home life.
• Hybrid working, giving you flexibility while staying connected with your team.
• Centrally located offices with great transport links.
• Career development opportunities, including support for further qualifications.
• A supportive, close-knit team with mentoring from senior colleagues.
• Flexible hours to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Access to Group Life Assurance and a range of additional Connells Group benefits.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters, including sales, purchases, leasehold and freehold transactions.
• Communicating with clients and third parties such as estate agents, mortgage brokers, and local authorities to ensure every transaction progresses smoothly.
• Preparing key legal documents, including contracts, transfer deeds, completion statements, and Land Registry forms.
• Conducting searches and due diligence, ensuring all pre-and post-completion requirements are handled accurately and on time.
• Maintaining compliance, keeping files organised and meeting all regulatory standards.
• Overseeing completion and post-completion, including exchange of contracts, handling funds, and Land Registry submissions.

What you’ll bring

• At least 1 year of fee-earning experience in conveyancing or a similar property law role.
• Strong knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and a confident, client-focused approach.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage a busy caseload.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• A collaborative mindset — someone who thrives in a team but can also work independently.

Conveyancing Direct Property Lawyers is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

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