Residential Property Fee Earner

Recruitment Solutions; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, is seeking a Residential Property Fee Earner at newly qualified to 3 years' PQE. You will manage a varied residential property caseload, advise clients, and ensure high professional standards.

Join a growing regional firm that values client service, collaboration and career development, offering support and opportunities to lead matters and contribute to the department's success.

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified to 3 years' PQE in residential conveyancing.
• Experience handling residential conveyancing from instruction to completion.
• Sound understanding of conveyancing procedures and compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong client relationship skills.
• Willingness to participate in networking and business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied residential property caseload.
• Advise clients throughout property transactions to completion.
• Handle registrations, SDLT payments, billing and file closures.
• Maintain high standards of client care, compliance and file management.
• Support colleagues and contribute to department development.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Client communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Networking/BD

Education

Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer or Legal Executive

Job description

Residential Property Fee Earner

Tunbridge Wells, Kent Newly Qualified - 3 years' PQE

An opportunity to build your career with a growing regional law firm.

Are you a client-focused conveyancer looking to develop your career within a supportive, collaborative and ambitious team?

As an established regional law firm in Tunbridge Wells, our client is continuing to grow and is looking for a Residential Property Fee Earner to join its expanding property team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Legal Executive to become part of a firm that values quality of service, strong client relationships and a practical, personal approach to property law.

If you take pride in delivering a first-class client experience and enjoy working as part of a close-knit team, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

The role

You will manage a varied residential property caseload, advising clients throughout their property transactions and ensuring matters progress smoothly, efficiently and to the highest professional standards.

Your work will include:

• Residential sales and purchases


• Remortgages and transfers of equity


• General residential property advice


• Managing registrations, SDLT payments, billing and file closures


• Maintaining high standards of client care, compliance and file management


• Supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge and providing cover where needed


• Contributing to the continued development and success of the department

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your matters while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.

About you

We are keen to hear from a motivated and personable legal professional who combines sound technical knowledge with a genuine commitment to client service.

You will ideally have:

• Newly Qualified to 3 years' PQE, although Licensed Conveyancers and Legal Executives will also be considered


• Experience handling residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion


• Excellent attention to detail and a sound understanding of conveyancing procedures and compliance


• Strong communication, organisation and client relationship skills


• A commercial mindset and a proactive, solutions-focused approach


• The ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team environment


• A willingness to participate in networking and business development activities and help grow the department

You will also be comfortable working within the firm's professional and regulatory frameworks, including SRA requirements, anti-money laundering procedures, CQS standards and relevant lender requirements. A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is essential.

Why consider this opportunity?

Joining a growing regional firm offers the chance to develop your expertise in an environment where personal service, teamwork and professional standards matter. You will be able to build meaningful client relationships, broaden your experience and play an active role in the continued success of the property team.