Residential Property Lawyer

Anakin Seal Legal; Bath; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Bath is seeking a Residential Property Lawyer to join their expanding team. This role is ideal for a qualified solicitor or licensed conveyancer with over three years of PQE, focusing on complex residential property transactions. Responsibilities include managing your own caseload independently, supervising junior team members, and engaging in business development. The position comes with a competitive salary range of £53k-£65k and various employee benefits, all in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive range of employee benefits

Clear pathway for progression

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or CILEx professional with 3+ years’ PQE in residential property.
• Proven experience handling complex conveyancing, development transactions, and investment-related property work.
• Strong technical drafting and negotiation skills with the ability to manage independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex and technical residential property matters.
• Supervise junior team members and contribute to business development.

Skills

Complex conveyancing

Development transactions

Technical drafting

Negotiation skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer

3+ years’ PQE in residential property

Job description

Role Overview

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Residential Property Lawyer to join a respected and expanding Residential Development & New Homes team based in Bath.

This is a pivotal position for an experienced residential property specialist seeking a challenging, high-quality caseload within a supportive, forward-thinking environment. Working closely with senior colleagues in the wider Real Estate division, you will handle complex and technical residential property matters, combining elements of development, finance, and investment work.

The role offers genuine scope for progression, including the opportunity to supervise junior team members, contribute to business development, and play an active part in the team’s continued growth and success.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or CILEx professional with 3+ years’ PQE in residential property.
• Proven experience handling complex conveyancing, development transactions, and investment-related property work.
• Strong technical drafting and negotiation skills with the ability to manage your own caseload independently.
• Commercially astute, client-focused, and confident advising on complex transactions with minimal supervision.
• Experience acting for developers, investors, and lenders is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor junior colleagues and build strong client relationships.
• A proactive approach to business development and an enthusiasm for contributing to the department’s ongoing success.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with a clear and supported pathway for progression.
• Exposure to high-calibre residential development and property work within a leading regional firm.
• The chance to work alongside respected experts in a collaborative, inclusive environment.
• Salary £53000-65000plus a comprehensive range of employee benefits.
• A culture that values professional growth, work–life balance, and shared success.