Job description
About the Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Residential Property Solicitor with 1-6 years' post-qualification experience to join a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm. This role offers the chance to become part of a supportive and collaborative residential property team, handling a varied caseload while delivering an exceptional client experience.
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload from instruction through to completion, working alongside experienced colleagues in a professional and friendly environment with excellent opportunities for ongoing development.
Key Responsibilities
• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction to completion.
• Handling a range of transactions including:
• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Remortgages.
• Delivering an exceptional level of client care throughout the transaction process.
• Managing workload effectively to achieve agreed performance targets.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including SRA regulations.
• Working efficiently within a case management system.
• Keeping up to date with developments in residential property law, conveyancing practice, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring all matters comply with current best practice and quality standards.
• Maintaining accurate file records and documentation throughout each transaction.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to support the continued success of the department.
Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
• Qualified Solicitor with 1–6 years' PQE in Residential Property.
• Proven experience managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload independently.
• Strong technical knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to a supportive team environment.
Benefits
A competitive benefits package is available, including:
• Competitive salary.
• 25 days' annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
• Discounted legal services for employees and eligible family members.
• Life assurance.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Annual staff events.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive working environment with a strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement.