Residential Property Lawyer

Executive Network Legal Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Ltd in Manchester is seeking a Residential Property Lawyer to manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing from instruction through to completion. You will advise private clients, investors and lenders on freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new build properties, auction transactions and bridging finance matters.

The role offers autonomy with support from an experienced Partner and clear opportunities for career progression

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing from instruction through to completion.
• Advise private clients, investors and lenders on a broad range of transactions including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new build properties, auction transactions and bridging finance matters.

Job description

Residential Property Lawyer

• Location: Manchester
• Salary: Up to £50,000 (DOE)
• PQE Required: 2+

THE ROLE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Residential Property Lawyer to join a highly regarded real estate team in Manchester. You will manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion, advising private clients, investors and lenders on a broad range of transactions including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new build properties, auction transactions and bridging finance matters. Working with a high degree of autonomy whilst benefiting from the support of an experienced Partner, you will provide clear, commercially focused advice and ensure matters are progressed efficiently and to the highest professional standards. This role offers exposure to complex and rewarding work together with genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development.

THE CANDIDATE

Applications are sought from Solicitors, Licensed Conveyancers or Chartered Legal Executives with 2 years' PQE or equivalent experience and a proven track record of independently managing a full residential conveyancing caseload. Experience dealing with freehold and leasehold transactions is essential, with knowledge of the Building Safety Act considered highly advantageous. The successful candidate will possess excellent technical ability, strong organisational and communication skills and a proactive, client focused approach. Experience using case management systems and mentoring or supporting junior colleagues would also be beneficial.

THE FIRM

This opportunity is with a well established and highly respected law firm that forms part of a leading international professional services network. Renowned for delivering high quality legal advice to businesses and individuals, the firm combines the strength of a global organisation with a collaborative and supportive culture. Its real estate team advises on a broad range of complex property matters and offers lawyers the opportunity to develop their careers through high quality work, ongoing professional development and genuine progression opportunities within a growing practice.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.