Residential Conveyancer/Legal Executive

Executive Network Legal Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Somerset is seeking an experienced Residential Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive. This role involves providing high-quality legal advice, managing a diverse caseload, and contributing to business development. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years' PQE in residential property law, strong client care skills, and excellent organizational abilities. The firm offers a supportive environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits including annual leave, pension, and bonus opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Christmas closure

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Discretionary annual bonus

Optional private medical insurance

Retail discounts

Regular social and team events

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE in residential property law.
• Experience in managing a caseload from instruction to completion.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on residential conveyancing matters.
• Manage your own caseload with support from assistants.
• Contribute to business development and practice growth.

Skills

Client care skills

Organization and prioritization

Financial awareness

Business development

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Somerset | 3+ years’ PQE | Job Ref: 215302270

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a well-established and growing residential property team in Somerset. This role offers the chance to work closely with long-standing clients, deliver high-quality conveyancing services, and play a key role in the continued development of the team.

The role

• Provide high-quality legal advice to clients across a range of residential conveyancing matters
• Manage your own caseload from instruction through to completion, with support from conveyancing assistants
• Work closely with internal teams, including New Enquiries and Finance, to ensure a smooth client experience
• Contribute to the growth of the practice through business development and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies
• Support colleagues as required in delivering advice and representation to clients
• Identify opportunities for cross-referrals and maximise existing client relationships
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and colleagues

About you

• Experience working within a residential property team
• Strong client care skills and the ability to manage client expectations effectively
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
• Strong financial awareness, with a willingness to take responsibility for financial control of matters
• Marketing, networking, and business development skills appropriate to the level

What’s on offer

• A supportive and forward-thinking working environment
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and long-term development
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including:
  • 25 days’ annual leave plus Christmas closure and a day off for your birthday
  • Enhanced pension and life assurance
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Optional private medical insurance and healthcare cashback scheme
  • Retail discounts, employee assistance programme, and cycle to work scheme
  • Regular social and team events

How to Apply:

Contact Alicia Forde on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] quoting Job Ref: 215302270

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