Residential Property Associate

Oculus Legal Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Oculus Legal Group in Liverpool is seeking a Residential Property Associate to join its well-established Property team. You will manage your own conveyancing caseload from instruction to post-completion, delivering high-quality service in a Partner-led department with an outstanding reputation.

The role covers freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and new-build transactions, with a focus on high-value residential work and strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE in Residential Property
• Experience independently managing a full residential conveyancing caseload
• Strong technical knowledge across residential conveyancing, including leasehold transactions
• Excellent client care and relationship-building
• Commercially minded with a solutions-focused approach
• Enjoy developing networks with clients and referrers
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Manage your own residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to post-completion
• Handle freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Manage remortgages, transfers of equity and new-build transactions
• Advise on bridging finance and secured lending arrangements
• Review title documents, searches, mortgage offers and contracts
• Prepare title reports and draft conveyancing documents
• Liaise with clients, agents, lenders and other solicitors to progress transactions
• Oversee exchange, completion and post-completion formalities
• Support business development within the department

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Client care

Networking with clients/referrers

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Solicitor or CILEX

Job description

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid Working Available

Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE

The Opportunity

A respected Legal 500-ranked specialist law firm is looking to recruit a Residential Property Associate to join its well-established Property team in Liverpool.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced conveyancer to become part of a Partner-led department with an outstanding reputation, a loyal client base and a consistent stream of quality work. The firm is known for delivering practical, commercially focused advice while building long-standing relationships with both clients and professional referrers.

The Property team advises on a wide variety of transactions, with particular expertise in high-value residential conveyancing, development matters and secured lending. Thanks to strong referral networks and repeat instructions, the team continues to enjoy a healthy and varied workload.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing your own residential conveyancing caseload from initial instruction through to post-completion, ensuring clients receive an excellent level of service throughout every stage of the transaction.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a varied caseload of freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Handling remortgages, transfers of equity and new build transactions.
• Advising clients on bridging finance and secured lending arrangements.
• Reviewing title documentation, searches, mortgage offers and contracts.
• Preparing reports on title and drafting the necessary conveyancing documentation.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, brokers and other solicitors to ensure transactions progress efficiently.
• Overseeing exchange, completion and post-completion formalities.
• Building strong relationships with clients and professional introducers.
• Supporting marketing and business development initiatives within the department.

About You

Applications are welcomed from:

• Qualified Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives (CILEX) with 3+ years' PQE in Residential Property.
• Lawyers with experience independently managing a full residential conveyancing caseload.
• Candidates with strong technical knowledge across all aspects of residential conveyancing, including leasehold transactions.
• Professionals who pride themselves on delivering excellent client care and maintaining strong relationships.
• Commercially minded individuals with a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Candidates who enjoy developing networks with clients and referrers.
• Those with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

The Team

You’ll be joining an experienced and collaborative Property department within a modern, entrepreneurial firm that genuinely values its people.

The firm offers:

• A Partner-led structure with direct client contact.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• A high-quality caseload generated through loyal clients and repeat business.
• Opportunities to contribute to business development and departmental growth.
• Clear long-term career progression.
• Modern office facilities and an inclusive team culture.
• Hybrid working (4 days in the office, 1 day working from home).
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Sick pay.
• Free on-site parking.
• Smart-casual office environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• Friendly, supportive and collaborative team culture.

Apply

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive looking to join a well-established Legal 500 practice with an excellent reputation.

If you’re looking for quality work, direct client involvement and genuine long-term progression within an ambitious Property team, I'd be delighted to discuss the opportunity with you.