Property Solicitor - Residential & Commercial

Magpie Recruitment; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law practice in Leatherhead is seeking a skilled Property Solicitor to manage a varied residential and commercial property caseload. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice, contribute to business development, and build client relationships. This role offers a permanent position with competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £55,000, depending on experience, within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Access to excellent legal resources

Structured personal training and development plan

Qualifications

• A qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with a current practising certificate.
• Minimum of one year's practical experience in property law.
• Able to manage a full caseload of cases without supervision.
• Experience in both residential and commercial conveyancing.
• Knowledge in leases, SDLT, and development work.
• Approachable, collaborative, and resilient working style.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice and manage client matters from opening to closing.
• Conduct legal research and delegate fee-earning work.
• Develop new business by providing estimates and following up on leads.
• Raise the practice's profile through networking and building relationships.
• Contribute to internal training and personal development.

Skills

Expert knowledge in property law

Communication skills

Business development

Networking

Education

Current practising certificate

Job description

Property Solicitor - Residential & Commercial

Location : Leatherhead

Contract Type : Permanent

Salary : £35,000 - £55,000 - Dependant on experience

Our client, an established and growing law practice in Surrey, is looking for a skilled Property Solicitor to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload and develop your career within a supportive and well-resourced environment.

Position Overview

As a Property Solicitor, you will be central to the practice's success. You will provide expert legal advice to a range of clients on residential and commercial property matters. The role involves managing cases independently while also contributing to the practice's growth by building client relationships and raising its profile.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice and manage client matters from opening to closing.
• Conduct legal research and delegate fee-earning work to colleagues.
• Develop new business by providing estimates and following up on leads.
• Raise the practice's profile through networking and building relationships.
• Contribute to internal training and your own professional development.

Requirements

• A qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with a current practising certificate.
• A minimum of one year's practical experience in property law.
• Able to manage a full caseload of cases without supervision.
• Experience in both residential and commercial conveyancing.
• Expert knowledge in areas like leases, SDLT, and development work.
• An approachable, collaborative, and resilient working style.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking.
• Access to excellent legal resources and subscriptions.
• A structured plan for your personal training and development.

You will join a supportive and collaborative team that values respect and innovation.

The practice promotes a positive and professional work environment where everyone works together to achieve collective success.

How to Apply

If you are a skilled Property Solicitor looking to advance your career and have the experience to succeed in this role, we would like to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to (url removed)