Residential Conveyancer

DK Recruitment; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

20 days annual leave

Parking in city centre

Company pension

Legal services (free/subsidised)

Study leave

In-house training

Practising Certificate fees covered

Flexible/home working

Job summary

DK Recruitment represents a well-established firm in Truro seeking a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join the Residential Property Department. You will manage a varied caseload, with support for professional development and flexible working arrangements.

The role offers a competitive salary in the £35,000–£48,000 range, bonus scheme, and benefits including 20 days’ leave, pension, and access to study support. Office-based with possible flexibility.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, or on track toward CILEX/SQE.
• Experience managing your own residential conveyancing caseload.
• Strong technical knowledge appropriate to your level of qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own residential conveyancing caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Ensure AML compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Matrimonial and Estates/Probate where applicable.
• Provide high-quality client care and build strong relationships.
• Assist in the smooth running and growth of the department through effective file management and service delivery.

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

Client care

Communication

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

AML compliance knowledge

Education

Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive

CILEX/SQE progress

Job description

I'm working on behalf of a well-established, highly regarded firm based in the heart of Truro, who are looking to bring a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or part-qualified legal professional into their Residential Property Department.

This is a great opportunity to manage your own varied caseload within a supportive, highly capable team with an excellent reputation and a strong flow of high-quality work. My client is committed to supporting professional development, and will provide financial assistance, study leave or exam leave where appropriate for those working toward qualification.

The successful candidate will act for individuals across a broad range of residential property matters, delivering high-quality client care and contributing to the continued success of the department. The office itself is centrally located, open plan and air-conditioned, and the role can be offered full time or part time. It is primarily office based, though flexible working arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Residential Property Work

• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Remortgages and equity release
• Transfers of equity and gifts
• Auction conveyancing
• Drafting loan agreements and legal charges
• Drafting and renewing residential leases
• Lease extensions, variations, and related deeds
• First registration of title
• Transfers of part, including building plots

Exposure to Commercial Property Work

While the primary focus is residential conveyancing, the department also handles a range of commercial property matters, and there may be opportunities to gain exposure depending on experience and interest, including:

• Grant and assignment of commercial leases
• Lease renewals and terminations
• Security of tenure matters
• Licences to occupy
• Land for redevelopment, including conditional contracts and overage
• Commercial mortgages and funding
• Agricultural land transactions
• Auction properties
• Business sales and purchases

Compliance, Client Care & Cross-Departmental Work

• Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures, including AML and source of funds checks
• Working collaboratively with other departments, including Matrimonial and Estates/Probate
• Providing high-quality client care and maintaining strong professional relationships
• Supporting the smooth running and continued growth of the department through effective file management, service delivery, and commercial awareness
• Participating in firm-wide and departmental training initiatives

What My Client Is Looking For

• Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, or active progress toward a recognised professional qualification (CILEX/SQE)
• Experience managing your own residential conveyancing caseload
• Strong technical knowledge appropriate to your level of qualification
• Excellent client care skills and the ability to build strong relationships
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication
• A positive and collaborative attitude, with the ability to remain calm, constructive, and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment
• Effective organisational and file management skills
• A sound understanding of AML compliance and risk management in conveyancing
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to work
• An interest in developing exposure to commercial property work (advantageous but not essential)

On Offer

• Competitive salary, in the region of £35,000–£48,000 depending on experience
• Bonus scheme
• 20 days annual leave (increasing by one day per year up to 5 years)
• Generous Christmas/New Year office closure
• Free city centre parking (when available)
• Company pension scheme
• Free or subsidised legal services
• Support for career progression and agreed study leave
• In-house training and development opportunities
• Practising Certificate costs covered
• Flexible/home working arrangements as agreed