Residential Conveyancing Solicitor / CILEX (2 + PQE)

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Solicitor for their residential conveyancing team in Bournemouth. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse caseload, offering expert client communication and mentoring junior staff. This full-time position promises a competitive salary, flexible work options after probation, and the chance to join a thriving property team amid a rebounding housing market.

Benefits

Bank holidays and additional downtime

Employer-contribution pension

Flexible hybrid options after probation

Modern office close to amenities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ practical residential conveyancing experience.
• Familiarity with digital ID checks and SDLT/LBTT forms.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the residential conveyancing journey from onboarding through closure.
• Translate legal jargon into everyday language for clients.
• Collaborate and mentor junior support staff.

Skills

Communication

Confidence with Land Registry portal

Business development skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX

Tools

Case-management systems

Job description

Role Description

• Manage the residential conveyancing journey—from onboarding through file closure, post-completion, and Land Registry submissions. Handle a varied caseload including freehold, leasehold, right-to-buy, new-build, and remortgage matters. Collaborate and mentor: share your expertise with junior support staff and exchange ideas with colleagues.
• Client-first communication: translate legal jargon into everyday language. We pride ourselves on five-star Google reviews. Feel free to share your work online—some commercial work is welcome. No experience? Our senior team will guide you.
• What You’ll Bring:
• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX with some commercial conveyancing exposure.
• At least 2 years’ practical residential conveyancing experience. Familiarity with case-management systems and digital ID checks.
• Confidence with Land Registry portal and SDLT/LBTT forms. A knack for process improvements. Calm, organized, and able to meet tight deadlines. Business development skills—happy to nurture referrers.

Salary & Benefits

• £45,052.00-£47,769.00 per year
• Bank holidays and additional Christmas-to-New-Year downtime
• Employer-contribution pension
• Modern, airy office two minutes from a coffee shop
• Flexible hybrid options after probation

Why Join Now?

The housing market is rebounding, green-tech builds are trending, and e-conveyancing is gaining momentum—an excellent time to join a forward-thinking property team.

Job Type: Full-time

• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Work Location: In-office

Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, UNITED KINGDOM