Residential Conveyancer Solicitor/Experienced Fee Earner - 2+PQE - Central Newcastle - Hybrid Work

QED Legal LLP; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Newcastle seeks a Residential Property Fee Earner for a flexible, hybrid position. The role involves managing a varied caseload and requires at least 2 years of relevant experience. With a supportive environment and opportunities for career growth, this is a great chance for qualified professionals or those with relevant experience in property law. Flexible working arrangements are available to support a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Uncapped bonuses for fee earners

Life insurance

Retail discounts

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential conveyancing.
• Strong technical knowledge and client-first approach required.
• Effective communication skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of residential transactions.
• Communicate effectively with clients at every stage.
• Play an active role in business development.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Technical knowledge

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer

Tools

Land Registry Portal

Lender portals

Job description

Residential Property Fee Earner – Newcastle (Full or Part Time) Location: Newcastle
Job Type: Permanent | Flexible & Hybrid Working Available
Salary: Competitive + Uncapped Bonus Scheme
Experience Level: Minimum 2 years' experience in a fee earning role

The Opportunity We’re excited to offer a new opportunity for a Residential Property Fee Earner to join ahighly regarded Residential department—one of, if not the largest residential teams in the North East. They are this size for a reason, and their high retention rates are dueto having a fantastic structure within the team, where each and every individual is well supported day-to-day and long term with great career progression opportunities.

Based at their newly refurbished open-plan office in Newcastle, you'll take ownership of a diverse caseload and play a key role in delivering outstanding service toclients.

This role is open to both full-time and part-time applicants. They offer excellent flexible working options, so talk to us about what work-life balance looks like for you. Need to leave early to pick up kids on certain days? Let us know and this firm will be happy to discuss options.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential transactions, including:
  
  
  • Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
    
    
  • Buy to Let properties
    
    
  • New build homes and shared ownership
    
    
  • Help to Buy and Right to Buy schemes
    
    
  • Re-mortgages, mortgages, and transfers of equity
    
    
• Communicate effectively with clients at every stage of their journey
  
  
• Play an active role in business development and client relationship building
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a fee earning role within residential conveyancing
  
  
• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer preferred—but we welcome applications from non-qualified professionals with relevant experience
  
  
• Strong technical knowledge, including use of Land Registry Portal and lender portals
  
  
• Commercial awareness and a client-first approach
  
  
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
  
  

Why Join Us?

• A supportive, people-first culture
  
  
• Uncapped bonuses for fee earners
  
  
• Flexible and hybrid working options
  
  
• Life insurance, retail discounts & other benefits
  
  
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
  
  

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to shape your career with a respected and forward-thinking law firm. If you're passionate about residential property law and want to be part of a collaborative, growing team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat with Beth Livings at QED Legalto learn more.