Real Estate Solicitor, Holborn London, 10 years PQE______________________________________________________________________
You will report to the Head of Corporate or as otherwise nominated by the Directors.
Department: Real Estate which is part of the Corporate and Commercial department.
Job Overview: To set up and head the department which will include applying to be on lender panels, assisting the directors to have the correct systems and facilities in place, manage CQS and Lexcel compliance, train and mentor junior staff members, contribute to its expansion with business development and networking and undertake a wide variety of property related matters.
Purpose/Main Objectives: To develop a profitable and successful Real Estate practice within the firm.
Responsibilities & Duties:
• Act on with a wide range of real estate transactions.
• Liaise with clients and other professionals such as estate agents, surveyors and in a prompt and professional manner.
• Advise and negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives.
• Ensure quality of service levels are to high standard.
• Follow internal methods, policies, and procedures as set by the Office Manual
• Be informed of changes in any area of specialisation, such that service quality is always maintained. Carry out file reviews as appropriate.
• Maintenance of diaries & time recording.
• Carry out other types of administrative duties such as billing, invoicing, time recording, compile litigation bundles, dealing with correspondence, collect and organise evidence; calculate claims for damages, compensation, maintenance,
• Network with clients and build valuable relationships in a way that enhances the company’s reputation and cultivate new business opportunities.
• Use the company’s case management system
• Expenditure: act within limits set by the Practice & ensure all petty cash is accounted for
• Any other hoc duties as directed by the Head of Department or Directors
Relationships:
• Internal: Supportive to the Directors, Heads of Department, and colleagues
• External: Promoting the Practice wherever possible through PR and quality of service


Skills & Qualifications:
Essential:
• Qualified Solicitor IN England and Wales
• PQE 10+ years of experience
• Previous Experience of dealing with relevant department cases
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise and understand the importance of deadlines.
• Highly organised; able to be productive, flexible and simultaneously manage multiple cases and priorities in a performance driven environment.
• Superior research skills and data maintenance skills
• Strong client relationship skills: the ability to establish positive, cooperative and professional relationship, both internal and external
• Be highly trustworthy, discreet, and use good judgement.
• Able to work well under pressure, without sacrificing a high attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication are essential.
• Good commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Self-starter and the ability to work autonomously.
• Self-awareness and a commitment to using feedback to learn and develop as a professional
• Computer Literacy