Residential Property Lawyer

Coodes Solicitors; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical cash plan

Life assurance

Holiday trading

Private medical insurance options

Cycle to work

Discounted shopping platform

Job summary

Coodes LLP is hiring a Lawyer for the Residential Property Department. You will handle a broad conveyancing caseload from instruction to post-completion and contribute to a high‑quality client journey across the South West.

We seek at least 5 years’ conveyancing experience and professional qualification as Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer. A collaborative, proactive approach and strong client service are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ conveyancing experience in managing a varied caseload.
• Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload from start to post completion including; Freehold and Leasehold sales & purchase, registered and unregistered land, equity release, buy-to-let, right to buy, lease extensions, newbuild, affordable/shared ownership housing and auctions.
• Create and develop new relationships with introducers
• Manage more complex cases such as creation of new easements, adverse possession, relinquishing easements or covenants, etc.
• Liaise with vendors, purchasers, solicitors, financial advisors and estate agents

Skills

Team worker

Tenacious

Organised

Resilient

Energetic

Education

Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive/Licensed Conveyancer

Job description

Coodes LLP has been named one of the UK’s leading law firms in the 2026 Chambers and Partners Guide, the Chambers High Net Worth Guide, and Legal 500, with top rankings across multiple departments.

We’re proud of our Investors in People Silver accreditation, recognising our commitment to supporting long-term, rewarding careers. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step, we’ll help you thrive.

Our values, professionalism, integrity, teamwork, fairness, enterprise, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where everyone’s contribution is valued.
While our history is long, our mindset is modern. We’re known as one of the most progressive firms in the region, with a strong reputation for innovation and excellence in client service.

At Coodes, you’ll work alongside some of the region’s most respected legal professionals, delivering outstanding service to clients across the South West. Whether your passion lies in private client work, commercial law, litigation, or support services, you’ll find a home here.

Ready to take the next step in your legal career?
Join a firm where tradition meets innovation and where people come first.

An opportunity has arisen to join one of the leading law firms in Cornwall and Devon as a Lawyer in the Residential Property Department

In this newly created role you will work in our Residential Property Department and become a key member of our busy established team taking the client on their journey from the initial instruction stage to Post-Completion.

What you will do

Manage a varied caseload from start to post completion including; Freehold and Leasehold sales & purchase, registered and unregistered land, equity release, buy-to-let, right to buy, lease extensions, newbuild, affordable/shared ownership housing and auctions.

• Create and develop new relationships with introducers
• Manage more complex cases such as creation of new easements, adverse possession, relinquishing easements or covenants, etc.
• Liaise with vendors, purchasers, solicitors, financial advisors and estate agents

Experience and Qualifications you need

• At least 5 years’ conveyancing experience in managing a varied case load
• Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer

You will love this role if

You want to make a difference in a forward-thinking business that delivers great customer service coupled with a desire to innovate and improve the existing home purchase customer journey.

You will be a success if

• You are a team worker and collaborative, but personally tenacious, organised, resilient and energetic.
• You achieve a high degree of client satisfaction and measure this to improve.

The role offers exceptional opportunities for personal development and advancement in a well-established team

Our Residential Property team is an multi award winning team and work throughout Cornwalland Devon providing a personal bespoke service to clients, combining the newest technology with traditional professional standards of personal attention and service.

Additional benefits include

• Medical cash plan
• Life assurance
• Holiday trading
• Private medical insurance options
• Cycle to work
• Discounted shopping platform

Location

Any office considered

Hours

This is a full time position. 35 hours a week Monday to Friday however we welcome applications from candidates looking for alternative working arrangements.

DBS

This vacancy will be subject to a DBS Check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found