Licensed Conveyancer

Oculus Legal Group; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private Health Care

25 days holiday + bank holiday

Performance-related bonus

Career progression

Firm wide social events

Job summary

Oculus Legal Group in Colchester is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or CILEX to join our Property team and manage a busy caseload.

You will handle residential sales, freehold/leasehold, re-mortgages and equity release, while building strong client relationships and supporting senior lawyers on complex matters. The role offers hybrid working and a clear path for professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified professional capable of handling own residential property caseload.
• Experience handling a broad range of residential property matters.
• Strong client-facing and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied residential property caseload from instruction through to completion.
• Handle residential sales and purchases, freehold and leasehold matters.
• Assist senior lawyers on more complex transactions and provide high-quality legal advice.
• Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Client relationships

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX)

Licensed Conveyancer

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor/Licenced Conveyancer 1-3 PQE

Colchester up to £50,000 (depending on experience)

Hybrid working

An excellent opportunity has become available for a highly regarded law firm based in Colchester. The firm are looking for a Residential Property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or CILEX professional to join their Property team working on complex matters.

This role would suit a legal professional looking to manage their own caseload, build strong client relationships and work alongside experienced senior lawyers within a collaborative team.

The Role

You will manage a varied residential property caseload from instruction through to completion, including:

• Residential sales and purchases
• Freehold and leasehold matters
• Re-mortgages and equity release
• Shared ownership
• Lease extensions
• Supporting senior lawyers on more complex transactions
• Providing high-quality legal advice and maintaining excellent client relationships

Alongside managing your own caseload, you will have the opportunity to contribute to networking, marketing and business development activities, while continuing to develop your knowledge and expertise within Residential Property.

The team places a strong focus on quality client care, professional development and delivering a high-quality service.

What's on Offer?

• Up to £50,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days holiday plus bank holiday (increased with length of service)
• Ability to work on high value matters
• Low monthly fee targets with uncapped quarterly bonuses
• Private Health Care
• Genuine career progression and professional development
• Performance-related bonus
• Firm wide social events and more!

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) or Licensed Conveyancer
• Experience handling a broad range of residential property matters
• Ability to work independently
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Professional, client-focused and commercially aware

If you're a Residential Property professional looking for a role offering quality work, flexibility and genuine opportunities for development