Legal Executive (Conveyancing)

Additional Resources; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Bournemouth is seeking a Residential Conveyancer to manage their own caseload of residential property transactions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in both freehold and leasehold processes and will thrive in a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression. A competitive salary and various perks, including 25 days of annual leave, are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Office closure over Christmas

Profit-related bonus scheme

On-site parking

Supportive environment with career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive with residential property experience.
• Proven technical knowledge of freehold and leasehold property transactions.
• Ability to manage a full caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Managing sales and purchases of residential properties.
• Handling plot sales, transfers of equity, and new builds.
• Maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

Job description

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Residential Conveyancer to join a well-established law firm in Highcliffe. The firm provides a supportive and professional environment, handling a broad range of residential property matters. In this role, you will manage your own caseload of residential property transactions, providing expert guidance and ensuring smooth and compliant property dealings from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Managing sales and purchases of residential properties, both freehold and leasehold, including registered and unregistered titles.
• Handling plot sales, transfers of equity, new builds, remortgages, property finance, and easements.
• Working with option agreements and conditional contracts where required.
• Maintaining compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Supporting business development initiatives within the property team.

What we are looking for

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive with residential property experience.
• Proven technical knowledge of freehold and leasehold property transactions.
• Ability to manage a full caseload independently, with supervision as required.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience of handling varied property matters, ideally with PQE in a law firm.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday.
• Office closure over Christmas.
• Profit-related bonus scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Supportive environment with career progression opportunities, including a potential route to Partnership.

Job Info

• Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
• Salary: Competitive
• Posted: Sep 30th 2025
• Closes: Oct 31st 2025
• Sector: Legal
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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