New-Build Residential Solicitor 1-4PQE

Henderson Scott Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited in Central London is seeking a diligent Residential Property Solicitor to join a busy team handling a varied caseload of sales, purchases and new build transactions.

You will manage client relationships, liaise with developers and agents, and deliver a high standard of service from instruction through to completion in a busy, supportive firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
• Experience handling residential conveyancing from instruction to post-completion.
• Exposure to new build transactions is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and file management skills.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload effectively.
• Desirable: experience on shared ownership matters.
• Desirable: leasehold transactions experience.
• Desirable: familiarity with developer-led transactions and processes.
• Desirable: relationships with local agents, brokers or introducers.
• Desirable: experience in high-volume conveyancing with excellent service levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload and advise clients on a range of residential property matters.
• Handle freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, including new build purchases.
• Oversee remortgages and transfers of equity; lease extensions and listed buildings.
• Support clients from instruction through to completion and liaise with developers, estate agents and brokers.
• Provide exceptional levels of client care throughout the transaction process and assist with business development.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

Residential conveyancing

New build transactions

Organisation

Client care

Caseload management

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor (1-4 PQE)

Location: Central London
Salary: c.£60,000, dependent on experience
Department: Residential Property

About The Firm

The firm is an established and highly respected law firm with offices across London and the South East. The Residential Property team is recognised for delivering a high-quality, client-focused service, combining technical excellence with a practical and approachable style.

They act for a broad range of clients, from first-time buyers and homeowners to investors and developers, advising on all aspects of residential property transactions. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a talented Residential Property Solicitor with experience in both residential conveyancing and new build transactions.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior to mid-level residential property lawyer to join a supportive and established team handling a varied caseload of residential property matters.

This role would suit someone looking to continue developing their technical expertise within a collaborative and progressive environment.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for managing your own caseload and advising clients on a range of residential property matters, including:

• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• New build property purchases
• Shared ownership transactions
• Remortgages
• Transfers of equity
• Lease extensions
• Listed building transactions
• Transactions involving conservation areas
• Residential property matters involving agricultural restrictions
• Supporting clients from instruction through to completion
• Liaising with developers, estate agents, mortgage brokers and other professionals
• Providing exceptional levels of client care throughout the transaction process
• Assisting with business development and maintaining professional relationships

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Experience handling residential conveyancing matters from instruction to post-completion
• Exposure to new build transactions is advantageous
• Strong organisational and file management skills
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Ability to manage a busy caseload effectively

Desirable

• Experience of acting on shared ownership matters
• Experience dealing with leasehold transactions
• Familiarity with developer-led transactions and associated processes
• Existing relationships with local agents, brokers or other introducers
• Experience working within a high-volume conveyancing environment whilst maintaining excellent service standards