Job description
Role: Residential Conveyancing Locum Solicitor
Location: Newark (Nottinghamshire)
Assignment: Week commencing 24th August 2026
Duration: 1 Week (Holiday Cover)
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: Competitive | DOE
Short-Term Residential Conveyancing Locum Opportunity
CRA Consulting is pleased to be working with a well-established law firm seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Locum Solicitor to provide short-term holiday cover at their Newark office.
This is an excellent opportunity for a residential conveyancer looking for a brief assignment within a friendly and supportive team environment. The successful candidate will provide cover for an existing fee earner, ensuring continuity of service and smooth progression of client matters.
The Role
You will be responsible for managing an established residential conveyancing caseload, including:
• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Re-mortgages and transfers of equity
• Reviewing and progressing matters from instruction through to completion
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and third parties
• Providing high-quality client care throughout the conveyancing process
The role is well organised and supported, allowing an experienced locum to quickly integrate and provide effective cover from day one.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will ideally have:
• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive or experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner background
• Strong residential conveyancing experience with the ability to manage a caseload independently
• Confidence stepping into an existing workload with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Availability for the week commencing 24th August 2026
Why This Opportunity?
• Immediate short-term locum assignment with a respected law firm
• Well-managed residential conveyancing caseload
• Friendly and supportive office environment
• Opportunity to provide valuable holiday cover
• Competitive hourly rate
Interested?
If you're an experienced Residential Conveyancing Locum looking for a short-term assignment, I'd be delighted to have a confidential conversation.
Umar Tawil
CRA Consulting