Residential Property Solicitor
17 days ago
London
Are you an experienced Residential Property Solicitor looking to take ownership of a varied caseload and play a central role in shaping a thriving conveyancing practice Our client an established London law firm with over 25 years of excellence is seeking a talented solicitor to join their busy and growing Residential Property team.This isnt just about handling transactions its about helping people move forward in life with confidence working with clients from first-time buyers to high-net-worth investors and having a real voice in the growth and direction of the department.As a Residential Property Solicitor youll manage a diverse caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion. Youll work with a broad range of clients providing expert legal advice and exceptional service whilst contributing to the continued growth and development of the conveyancing practice.Your responsibilities will include: • Managingresidential sales and purchasesfrom instruction to completion, • Handlingleasehold transactions including lease extensions assignments and enfranchisement matters, • Advising onremortgages and refinancingfor residential clients and lenders, • Conducting comprehensivetitle investigationsand dealing with Land Registry applications, • Providing clear expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of residential conveyancing, • Liaising effectively withclients estate agents lenders mortgage brokers and other parties, • Ensuring full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements including AML and CQS standards, • Managing client expectations and maintaining excellent communication throughout transactions, • Contributing to business development and the strategic growth of the residential property team, • Supervising and mentoring junior team members and support staff where appropriateEssential Requirements:, • Minimum 4 years PQEin residential conveyancing (UK qualified solicitor), • Strong technical knowledgeacross sales purchases remortgages and leasehold transactions, • Experience handling avaried caseloadfrom first-time buyers to high-net-worth clients, • Excellent understanding oftitle investigations searches and Land Registry procedures, • Knowledge ofleasehold law including lease extensions and enfranchisement, • Outstanding client care and communication skills, • Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail, • Proactive commercial mindset with problem-solving approach, • Experience with case management systems and conveyancing technology, • Commitment to compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standardsDesirable:, • CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) accreditation or working towards it, • Experience with new build developments or shared ownership schemes, • Knowledge of Help to Buy or other government schemes, • Established client following or estate agent relationships, • Supervisory or mentoring experienceSalary: (dependent on experience)Benefits Package:, • Shape the practice real opportunity to influence growth direction and service delivery, • Varied high-quality caseload work with diverse clients from first-time buyers to HNW investors, • Ownership and autonomy manage your own matters with support from an experienced team, • Busy thriving department join a team with strong momentum and consistent workflow, • Career progression opportunities clear pathway to senior roles as the team grows, • Collaborative friendly culture work with a team that values respect initiative and open communication, • Sensible work-life balance flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional life, • Hybrid working options modern trust-based approach to where and how you work, • Professional development support funding for CPD accreditations and training, • London locationwith excellent transport links, • Competitive bonus schemelinked to performance, • Generous holiday allowanceand pension scheme, • Modern case management systemsand conveyancing technologyOur client is a modern well-established London law firm with over 25 years of experience delivering practical strategic legal advice. Specialising in Corporate and Commercial Property Law Litigation Residential Conveyancing Private Client and Family matters they combine big-firm capability with a boutique firm ethos.Known for their personable approach and strong professional partnerships their Residential Property team is experiencing significant growth driven by referrals from satisfied clients estate agents and mortgage brokers. Theyre looking for a solicitor who shares their commitment to exceptional client service and wants to play an active role in shaping the future of their conveyancing practice., • Influence and impact shape the growth and direction of the residential conveyancing function, • Varied quality work diverse caseload from straightforward transactions to complex matters, • Ownership and trust manage your own files with autonomy and support, • Busy thriving team consistent workflow with varied instructions, • Career development clear progression opportunities as the department expands, • Collaborative culture friendly supportive team that values your contribution