Residential Conveyancing Lawyer

G2 Legal Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Scottish law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Lawyer for a leadership role. This position includes managing high-quality residential transactions, supervising a team, and contributing to the firm’s strategic growth. Competitive salary, flexible working, and a supportive culture are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working

Supportive culture

Career development support

Enhanced family leave

25 days’ holiday

Pension

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ PQE in residential conveyancing.
• Strong track record of managing transactions independently.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-quality residential caseload including sales, purchases, and remortgages.
• Manage complex transactions and act for high-net-worth clients.
• Support and supervise other conveyancers within the team.

Skills

Communication

Team Supervision

Business Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Residential Conveyancing Lawyer (8+ years')
A respected and growing Scottish law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing lawyer to join its team as a Senior Associate, Legal Director, or Partner. This is a key leadership position offering a mix of high-quality client work, team supervision and the opportunity to shape the direction of a busy and well-regarded department.

The Opportunity
This client-facing role is ideally suited to a senior conveyancer with experience handling complex transactions, high-value residential property matters and supporting junior team members. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional client service and be involved in departmental growth and strategy.

What You'll Do

• Handle a varied and high-quality residential caseload including sales, purchases, and remortgages
• Manage complex transactions and act for high-net-worth clients
• Supervise and support other conveyancers within the team
• Build strong client relationships and maintain high service standards
• Contribute to the department’s growth through business development and networking
• Stay up to date with legal and regulatory developments

What You'll Bring

• 8+ years’ PQE in residential conveyancing
• A strong track record of managing transactions independently
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, supportive mindset
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior team members
• Commercial awareness and a willingness to contribute to business development

Why Join?

• Flexible and part-time working considered
• Supportive, team-focused culture
• Clear route for progression and leadership
• Competitive benefits package including 25 days’ holiday, enhanced family leave, pension, and career development support

If you're an experienced residential property lawyer looking for your next leadership opportunity in Edinburgh, this could be the perfect position!

For more information, please contact Melissa Tang at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion or please apply with an up-to-date CV.