Residential Conveyancing Solicitor

MSM Solicitors; Paisley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Established client base

Paisley office in heart of town

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

MSM Solicitors in Paisley seeks a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join a busy, growing team. You will handle a varied caseload of residential property transactions from instruction through to settlement, while delivering high-standard client care and legal advice.

The ideal candidate is a qualified Scottish Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE in residential conveyancing (NQ considered with traineeship) and a firm grasp of Scottish property law.

Qualifications

• Qualified Scottish Solicitor with current practising certificate.
• Preferred 2 years’ PQE in residential conveyancing; NQ considered with a traineeship.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish property law and conveyancing practice.
• Ability to independently manage a busy caseload with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in legal case management systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of residential conveyancing transactions from instruction to settlement.
• Provide clear and practical legal advice to clients throughout the process.
• Draft, review, and negotiate conveyancing documentation and correspondence.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders, developers, and other solicitors.
• Conduct title examinations and resolve title-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and anti-money laundering requirements.

Skills

Scottish property law

Conveyancing practice

Client communication

Case management

MS Office

Education

Qualified Scottish Solicitor

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Word

Job description

MSM Solicitors is seeking a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join our busy and growing team at our Paisley office. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of residential property transactions from instruction through to settlement, while providing a high standard of client care and legal advice.

Key Responsibilities

Residential Conveyancing Solicitor

MSM Solicitors is seeking a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join our busy and growing team at our Paisley office. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of residential property transactions from instruction through to settlement, while providing a high standard of client care and legal advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing transactions, including purchases, sales, remortgages, transfers of title, new-build transactions, and discharges.
• Providing clear and practical legal advice to clients throughout the conveyancing process.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating conveyancing documentation and correspondence.
• Liaising effectively with clients, estate agents, lenders, developers, and other solicitors.
• Conducting title examinations and resolving title-related issues.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and anti-money laundering requirements.
• Maintaining accurate records and utilising case management systems efficiently.
• Contributing to the continued growth and development of the firm's residential property department.

Requirements

• Qualified Scottish Solicitor holding a current practising certificate.
• Preferred 2 years’ post-qualification experience in residential conveyancing, however, would consider NQ applicants who have had a residential conveyancing focussed Traineeship.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish property law and conveyancing practice.
• Ability to independently manage a busy caseload while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, client care, and organisational skills.
• Commercially aware and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Access to high-quality work and an established client base.
• Convenient office location in the heart of Paisley.
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

About MSM Solicitors

MSM Solicitors is a well-established and growing Scottish law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services to individuals and businesses. We pride ourselves on delivering practical advice, excellent client care, and fostering a supportive environment in which our team can thrive.