Job Title: Real Estate Compliance & High-Risk Solicitor

Location: Cheshire - Hybrid/Flexible

Salary: Up to £43,000 DOE

Are you an experienced residential conveyancer looking to get away from fee earning?

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-driven solicitor to join our Residential Property department, focusing on compliance oversight and management of high-risk residential property transactions. You will play a key role in safeguarding the firm’s compliance standards, supporting colleagues in delivering exceptional client service, and ensuring that elevated-risk matters are handled with diligence and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. High-Risk File Management

• Provide technical guidance to fee-earners handling high-risk residential conveyancing matters.
• Work closely with managers to balance risk mitigation with the timely progression of matters.
• Ensure strict adherence to internal compliance and risk management procedures.
• Undertake regular substantive file reviews and escalate issues where appropriate.
• Maintain collaborative working relationships across teams and departments.

2. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Compliance Support

• Advise on AML regulations and internal AML Risk Policy, ensuring colleagues understand and follow correct procedures.
• Contribute to the development of compliance processes to meet regulatory requirements and best practice.

3. Post-Completion Support

• Provide expert input on Land Registry requisitions and other post-completion technical matters.
• Assist the Compliance & High-Risk Manager with workload oversight and deadline tracking.

4. General Duties

• Deliver responsive and clear communication to both clients and colleagues.
• Uphold professional conduct at all times and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Actively participate in professional development and training activities.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified solicitor/licensed conveyancer/chartered legal executive with experience in residential conveyancing and compliance
• Strong understanding of AML regulations and risk management in property transactions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle complex issues with sound judgement
• Highly organised with strong time-management skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to confidentiality
• Proficient in case management systems and Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Company pension scheme
• Health cash plan