Residential Conveyancing Solicitor / CILEX (2 + PQE)

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

Job summary

A leading conveyancing firm is seeking a Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX to join their team in Leicester. This role involves managing the residential conveyancing process, mentoring junior staff, and engaging in business development. With a strong focus on client communication and process improvements, the successful candidate will benefit from a supportive environment and opportunities for growth in commercial projects.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working options after probation

Employer-contribution pension

Extra downtime during Christmas

Modern office located near coffee shops

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of practical residential conveyancing experience.
• Some exposure to commercial conveyancing appreciated.
• Familiar with Land Registry and SDLT/LBTT forms.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential conveyancing process including onboarding and file closure.
• Collaborate with junior staff, communicating legal terms simply.
• Work on commercial projects, guided by senior team.

Skills

Communication

Business Development

Proactive Approach

Organization

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX certification

Tools

Case-management systems

Land Registry portal

Digital ID checks

Job description

Role Description

• Manage the residential conveyancing process—from onboarding to file closure, including post-completion and Land Registry submissions. Handle a varied caseload of freehold, leasehold, right-to-buy, new-build, and remortgage matters. Collaborate and mentor: share your expertise with junior staff and exchange ideas with colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with clients: translate legal jargon into simple language (we pride ourselves on five-star Google reviews). Opportunities to work on commercial projects are available. No prior experience in commercial conveyancing? Our senior team will guide you.
• What You’ll Bring:
• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX certification. Some exposure to commercial conveyancing.
• At least 2 years of practical residential conveyancing experience. Familiarity with case-management systems and digital ID checks.
• Confidence with Land Registry portal and SDLT/LBTT forms. A proactive approach to process improvements. Calm, organized, and able to work under tight deadlines. Business development skills—willing to nurture referrers.
• Salary: £45,052.00-£47,769.00 per year.
• Benefits include: bank holidays, extra Christmas-to-New Year downtime, employer-contribution pension, modern office near coffee shops, flexible hybrid working 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

• Pay: £45,052.00-£47,769.00 per year
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Work Location: In-office

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