Residential Property Lawyer – Essex

Origin Legal; Essex; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top UK law firm in Essex is seeking a Residential Property Lawyer with 1+ years PQE to join their expanding team. The successful candidate will handle a range of conveyancing work, build client relationships, and collaborate closely with senior lawyers. This firm offers clear career progression, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Clear career progression pathways

Exposure to high-quality work

Qualifications

• 1 years PQE + in residential conveyancing is required.
• Strong technical skills and a confident approach are essential.
• Excellent communication skills and client service commitment are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of conveyancing work including sales and purchases.
• Build strong client relationships and take ownership of files.
• Work closely with senior lawyers and property team.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive approach

Collaborative mindset

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Overview

We are working with a Top 50 UK law firm, renowned for its rapid growth and client centric approach, to appoint a Residential Property Lawyer 1 years PQE + to join their expanding team on the fringes of East London.

This is a superb opportunity for an ambitious, solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive, forward-thinking firm.

About the Firm

The firm provides high-quality legal services to a diverse client base, including FTSE 100 companies, global brands, private businesses, and high-net-worth individuals. Their culture is grounded in transparency, collaboration, and a down-to-earth, low-hierarchy approach that values every team member’s contribution.

The Role

You’ll join a thriving Residential Property team handling a broad range of conveyancing work, including:

• Freehold and Leasehold sales and purchases
• New Build transactions
• Help to Buy & Shared Ownership schemes
• Islamic Finance
• Lease Extensions & Enfranchisement
• Equity Release

You’ll be encouraged to build strong client relationships and take ownership of files, with plenty of support from senior lawyers and the wider property team.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 1 years PQE + in residential conveyancing
• Strong technical skills and a confident, proactive approach
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to client service
• A collaborative mindset and ambition to grow within a high-performing team

What’s on Offer

• Join a genuinely friendly and approachable team
• Exposure to high-quality work and well-known clients
• Clear career progression pathways
• Competitive salary and benefits package

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