Residential Conveyancing Lawyer

Talbots Law; Leek; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit share

Flexible working

Annual leave 28 days

Pension and life assurance

Health plan

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

Talbots Law is expanding its Residential Property Department in Leek, and we are seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Lawyer to join us at this exciting growth stage.

You'll manage a broad caseload including freehold and leasehold transactions, remortgages and transfers of equity, delivering high-quality service and practical legal advice. We value client care, collaboration and the development of junior team members.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, licensed conveyancer or chartered legal executive.
• Proven ability to manage a full residential property caseload independently.
• Technical knowledge of residential conveyancing (freehold and leasehold).
• Excellent communication and client care, with ability to explain legal matters clearly.
• Collaborative approach with passion for delivering outstanding service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to post-completion.
• Handle freehold/leasehold sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and shared ownership.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice while maintaining service levels throughout transactions.
• Build relationships with clients, introducers and colleagues and support growth of the department.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure compliance with firm procedures.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Caseload management

Client communication

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring

Job description

Talbots Law is expanding its Residential Property Department in Leek, and we are looking for an experienced Residential Conveyancing Lawyer to join us at this exciting stage of growth.

You'll be joining an award-winning conveyancing team, recently recognised as Conveyancing Law Firm of the Year 2026, and working alongside experienced property professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional client service.

As part of a thriving and growing team, you'll manage a broad caseload including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and shared ownership while helping us continue to deliver the high standards that have made Talbots one of the region's leading residential property practices.

You’ll join one of the region’s largest independent law firms, combining high-quality work and structured progression with close access to experienced lawyers. As an employee-owned firm, we invest in long-term careers and share our success with the people who help create it.

What does the job involve?

• Managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to post-completion with a high degree of autonomy.
• Handling a range of matters including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, shared ownership and plot purchases.
• Providing clear, practical legal advice to clients while maintaining excellent service levels throughout the transaction process.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, introducers and colleagues, while supporting the ongoing growth and development of the Residential Property Department.
• Assisting in the development and mentoring of junior team members where appropriate.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, quality standards and firm procedures.

What do you need?

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, Licensed Conveyancer or experienced Conveyancer.
• Proven ability to manage a full residential property caseload independently from instruction through to completion.
• Demonstrable technical knowledge of residential conveyancing, including both freehold and leasehold transactions.
• Excellent communication and client care skills, with the ability to explain technical legal matters clearly and confidently.
• A collaborative approach and genuine passion for delivering outstanding service to clients and referrers.

What do we offer?

As an employee-owned firm, we want everyone to share in our success and feel supported throughout their career. We offer:

• Competitive salary reviewed annually.
• Annual tax-free profit share
• Flexible and hybrid working options depending on the role and team.
• 28 days annual leave including your birthday and an additional ex-gratia day, plus UK bank holidays and long-service awards.
• Pension and protection including a 4% employer pension contribution and life assurance worth three times your annual salary.
• Health and wellbeing support including enhanced sick pay, a Medicash Health Cash Plan and financial-wellbeing provision.
• Employee savings and salary-sacrifice schemes alongside an annual contribution towards Talbots legal services.

Who are Talbots Law?

An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828.

Today, we operate across 18 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses.

We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service.

At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing.