Conveyancing Solicitor

Optima UK Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days' annual leave

Life insurance

Critical illness insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid working after probation

Job summary

Optima UK Inc. is seeking a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor or qualified Conveyancing Professional to join an established legal practice with offices in Leicester and Loughborough.

This role is ideal for someone early in their legal career to develop expertise within a supportive team and manage their own caseload under the Head of Conveyancing in Leicester. You will handle a varied range of residential property matters, build strong client relationships, and progress matters efficiently,

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitor status or conveyancing qualification required.
• Up to three years' post-qualification experience; newly qualified candidates encouraged.
• Experience in residential conveyancing from start to finish is essential.
• Knowledge of freehold/leasehold transactions; unregistered properties/new builds/development advantageous.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing from instruction to completion.
• Handling freehold and leasehold transactions.
• Managing unregistered conveyancing matters.
• Working on new-build property transactions.
• Supporting small-scale property development work.
• Providing clear professional advice and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Ensuring transactions progress efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate case records and compliance with procedures.
• Working independently and with the wider property team.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Teamwork

Conveyancing knowledge

Education

Conveyancing qualification

Solicitor status

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Location

Leicester or Loughborough, Leicestershire

Hours

Full-time

Job Type

Permanent

Working Pattern

Office-based initially, with hybrid working available following successful completion of a three-month probation period

Salary

£35,000 - £39,000, based on experience, with a bonus scheme

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor or qualified Conveyancing Professional to join an established legal practice with offices in Leicester and Loughborough. This is an excellent opportunity for someone in the early stages of their legal career, ideally newly qualified, to join an experienced residential property team and develop their expertise within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Reporting to the Head of Conveyancing, based in Leicester, you'll manage your own caseload while benefiting from the support and experience of an established team. You'll have the opportunity to work on a varied range of residential property matters, build strong client relationships and continue developing your technical expertise.

The Role

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion.
• Handling freehold and leasehold transactions.
• Managing unregistered conveyancing matters.
• Working on new-build property transactions.
• Supporting small-scale property development work.
• Providing clear, professional advice and maintaining strong client relationships throughout the conveyancing process.
• Ensuring transactions progress efficiently and within relevant deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with relevant procedures.
• Working independently while collaborating with colleagues across the wider property team.

About You

• Newly qualified Solicitor status or an appropriate conveyancing qualification.
• Ideally, up to three years' post-qualification experience, although newly qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Experience or a sound understanding of the residential conveyancing process from start to finish.
• Knowledge of freehold and leasehold transactions, with exposure to unregistered properties, new builds or development work being advantageous.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Strong IT skills and confidence using legal case management systems.
• Good organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage a full caseload.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach and a genuine desire to develop within residential property law.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Bonus scheme.
• 33 days' annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Life insurance and critical illness insurance following successful completion of the probation period.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Hybrid working available following successful completion of a three-month probation period.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.