Since joining Cavendish, part of the Movera group, in the summer of 2024, property lawyer Jack Carnell has built on his existing conveyancing experience in an environment designed to support both performance and ongoing development.
Jack joined Cavendish with a solid foundation in property law, having worked in conveyancing since he graduated from university. However, he quickly found that the structure and support around him at Cavendish enabled him to refine how he works day-to-day and deliver an even higher level of service to his clients.
“I’ve worked in conveyancing ever since I left university. When I joined Movera, I was already familiar with the job, but the depth of experience and support here has helped me develop much faster. There’s such a sense of community, and the technology is great. They really give you everything you need to go out and do the best job possible.”
A consistent theme throughout his experience has been the accessibility of support across the business. From knowledgeable supervisors to collaborative colleagues, there is a strong culture of shared expertise which is complemented by systems and processes designed to make day-to-day work more efficient. With onboarding and administrative tasks streamlined, Jack can focus more of his time on progressing transactions and supporting clients.
“The support goes above and beyond anything I’ve experienced elsewhere. Everyone’s very approachable, very friendly. And if you have a question, you know you’ll get a clear, useful answer, and that makes a huge difference when you’re managing cases.
“And our systems mean you aren’t bogged down in admin either. You can focus on the legal work, progressing cases and doing the best job possible for your clients.”
His role spans the full lifecycle of a transaction, from reviewing contract packs and handling enquiries through to managing exchanges and completions, as well as maintaining clear communication with clients and third parties throughout. Communication is central to how Jack approaches both client relationships and internal collaboration. By keeping stakeholders informed and anticipating queries, he aims to create a smoother experience for everyone involved.
“Staying on top of everything is crucial. Prioritisation and communication are key. The last thing I want is for a client to feel like they’re not being prioritised. If you’re proactive with communication, you reap the rewards later down the line as you aren’t then overwhelmed by all your clients trying to contact you for an update simultaneously.
“And keeping people updated before they have to ask goes a long way. It helps clients feel confident in your ability, and the process itself, which makes everything easier overall.”
Alongside his own caseload, Jack also takes pride in supporting colleagues where possible, sharing knowledge and offering guidance when needed. This passion for helping others was recognised last year when Jack was presented with the Rising Star award at the 2025 Movera Live ceremony. The Rising Star award was created for colleagues who demonstrate passion, commitment and exceptional potential early in their careers.
“I try to help where I can and share what I know, so to be recognised for that was really nice. It’s satisfying to see positive feedback from clients too. To get that recognition in black and white and know that I am doing a good job – it’s really rewarding.”
Looking ahead, Jack is focused on continuing to develop his expertise within conveyancing. “I’ve been given everything I need to grow, and it feels like there’s a clear path to keep improving. The sky is the limit. Movera is the first employer that’s invested in me as a person, not just the company as a whole. It’s a wonderful place to work.”