Residential Conveyancing Solicitor / CILEX (2 + PQE)

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK property firm is seeking a Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX for a full-time role focused on residential conveyancing. The position involves managing the conveyancing journey, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring client communication is clear and accessible. The firm offers competitive pay, flexible hybrid working, and a modern office environment, making it an ideal time to join during the housing market's recovery.

Benefits

Bank holidays and additional Christmas-to-New-Year downtime

Employer-contribution pension

Flexible hybrid working options after probation

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX required.
• 2+ years practical residential conveyancing experience needed.
• Experience with Land Registry and digital ID checks is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage the residential conveyancing journey from onboarding to file closure.
• Communicate effectively with clients and share expertise with junior staff.
• Handle varied caseload including leasehold and new-build matters.

Skills

Residential conveyancing experience

Business development skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX/FILEX

Tools

Land Registry portal

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.
• Maintain client-first communication: translate legal jargon into accessible language. We pride ourselves on five-star reviews! Feel free to share your commercial work experience if interested; 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, SDLT/LBTT forms, and process improvements. Calm, organized, and able to work under deadlines. Business development skills are a plus.

Salary and Benefits

• £45,052.00-£47,769.00 per year
• Bank holidays and additional Christmas-to-New-Year downtime
• Employer-contribution pension
• Modern, airy 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 Details:

• Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Location: In Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, United Kingdom