Residential Conveyancing Solicitor / CILEX (2 + PQE)

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

Job summary

A leading property law firm seeks a Qualified Solicitor for a full-time position specializing in residential conveyancing. This opportunity includes managing diverse cases and mentoring junior staff, with a salary ranging from £45,052 to £47,769. Enjoy flexible working options and a supportive team environment in a modern office near local amenities.

Benefits

Bank holidays and additional Christmas-to-New Year downtime

Employer-contribution pension

Flexible hybrid working options after probation

Modern office environment

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in residential conveyancing.
• Familiar with SDLT/LBTT forms.
• Confident in mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage the residential conveyancing journey from onboarding to file closure.
• Communicate legal information clearly to clients.
• Mentor junior support staff.

Skills

Communication

Business Development

Process Improvement

Time Management

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX

Tools

Case-management systems

Land Registry portal

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.
• Communicate effectively with clients: translate legal jargon into understandable language (we pride ourselves on five-star Google reviews!). Opportunities to engage in commercial work are available if interested. No prior experience in commercial conveyancing is necessary, as our senior team will guide you.
• Qualifications and Skills:
• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX
• At least 2 years’ practical experience in residential conveyancing
• Familiar with case-management systems and digital ID checks
• Confident using Land Registry portal and SDLT/LBTT forms
• Innovative with process improvements
• Calm, organized, and able to work under tight deadlines
• Business development skills and willingness 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 located two minutes from a coffee shop—latte lovers rejoice!
• 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—there's no better time to join a forward-thinking property team.

Job Details:

• Type: Full-time
• Salary: £45,052.00 - £47,769.00 per year
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Work Location: In-office, Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, United Kingdom