Residential Conveyancer (Associate Solicitor)

Clayton Legal; Rishton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bank

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

Enhanced sick pay

Profit share scheme

Staff discounts on legal services

Private medical cover for Solicitors

Health Cash Back Plan

Job summary

Clayton Legal is representing a leading Legal 500 firm seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer (Associate Solicitor) in Preston. You will manage a broad caseload, draft and review documents, and advise clients on risk and strategy.

The role emphasizes client care, fee targets, and mentoring junior colleagues, with strong opportunities for business development in a collaborative, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with Conveyancing Practice Rights.
• Minimum five years' PQE in Residential Conveyancing.
• Strong knowledge of Land Registry and SDLT; able to meet fee targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload from instruction to completion (sales, purchases, re-mortgages, equity transfers).
• Draft and review legal documents; advise on risk and strategy.
• Support senior colleagues on complex transactions and mentor juniors.
• Contribute to business development and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Conveyancing

Client communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX

Tools

Case management software

Land Registry systems

Job description

My client, a leading Legal 500 firm with multiple offices across the region is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer (Associate Solicitor) to join its busy and supportive Residential Property team based in Preston.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional to further develop their career within a collaborative, high-performing environment that genuinely values work-life balance, career progression and professional development. Conveniently located with excellent motorway links, the office is easily accessible from Preston, Chorley, Leyland, Blackburn and Greater Manchester.

The Role

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion, including sales, purchases, freehold and leasehold transactions, new build properties, shared equity matters, re-mortgages and transfers of equity.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality legal advice, maintaining excellent client relationships, and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and profitably in line with agreed targets. The role also includes drafting and reviewing legal documentation, advising clients on legal risk and strategy, supporting senior colleagues on more complex transactions, and contributing to business development initiatives and the mentoring of junior team members.

About You

Applicants should be a qualified Solicitor or CILEX with Conveyancing Practice Rights and ideally have a minimum of five years' post-qualification experience in Residential Conveyancing. You will have a strong understanding of Land Registry procedures and SDLT, a proven ability to manage your own caseload and meet fee targets, and be confident using case management systems and legal IT software.

You will also possess excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills, with a proactive, client-focused approach and a commitment to delivering exceptional levels of client care. Previous involvement in business development activities would be advantageous but is not essential.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Annual leave purchase scheme (Subject to T&Cs).
• Enhanced family friendly policies and pay for Maternity, Paternity and Adoption.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Celebration and Volunteer leave.
• Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities.
• Profit share scheme.
• Additional long service awards.
• Subsidised tuck shops.
• Staff discount on legal services.
• Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services.
• Private medical cover for Solicitors.
• Retail and gym membership discounts.
• Recruitment referral incentives (Subject to T&Cs).
• Annual staff events.

If you're an experienced Residential Conveyancer looking to join a respected Legal 500 firm offering quality work, an outstanding benefits package and genuine long-term career prospects, we'd love to hear from you.