Residential Conveyancing Solicitor

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Holiday entitlement

Birthdays off

Homeworking

Emergency time off for dependants

Staff events

Job summary

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor for their Newcastle, Tyne and Wear offices on a hybrid basis. You will manage a broad range of residential property transactions and gradually build a caseload of 90–120 files while upholding exceptional client service.

The role demands five years' experience, strong attention to detail, and a proactive, collaborative approach to mentoring junior fee earners and driving departmental improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience independently managing a residential conveyancing caseload.
• Strong commitment to outstanding client service.
• In-depth knowledge of complex transactions and legal principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• A proactive, professional, and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload (90-120 files) with minimal supervision.
• Handle complex residential transactions: leasehold, remortgage, Transfer of Equity, Help to Buy, new builds, shared ownership.
• Oversee company purchases and auctions.
• Sign off on other fee earners’ files for exchange and review title reports.
• Meet time recording and billing targets.
• Mentor and guide junior fee earners.
• Drive business development and lead departmental improvements.
• Conduct regular file reviews for compliance and quality.

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

Caseload management

Client service focus

Attention to detail

Proactive and collaborative

Job description

My client is searching for a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join their offices based in Newcastle, Tyne and Wear on a hybrid basis.

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

The Role

You will handle a broad range of residential property transactions and gradually build up to managing a caseload of approximately 90-120 files. This is a fast-paced environment, and we are proud of our reputation for exceptional client service. Therefore, the ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and client care is essential.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage a full caseload (90-120 files) with minimal supervision.
• Handle complex transactions: leasehold, re-mortgage, Transfer of Equity, Help to Buy, redemption, new builds, shared ownership,
• company purchases, and auctions.
• Sign off on other fee earners’ files for exchange and review title reports.
• Achieve time recording and billing targets consistently.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior fee earners.
• Drive business development initiatives and lead process improvements within the department.
• Conduct regular file reviews to ensure compliance and quality.

Skills & Experience

• At least five years’ experience independently managing a residential conveyancing caseload
• A strong commitment to delivering outstanding client service
• In-depth knowledge of complex transactions and legal principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
• A proactive, professional, and collaborative approach

Benefits

• Culture of promoting from within
• Career progression opportunities e.g. Training Contracts, Apprenticeships, Associate and Senior Associate programmes, Mentoring Programme
• Holiday entitlement (27-32 days) plus bank holidays and extra time off at Christmas (subject to variation)
• Birthdays off in addition to holiday entitlement
• Holiday Purchase Scheme – ability to buy an extra three days
• Homeworking with flexibility
• Paid emergency time off for dependants
• Free personal time to use as you please e.g. early finishes on Fridays
• Staff parties/gatherings/social events/weekends.