Residential Property Solicitor

Ideal Personnel & Recruitment Solutions Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor/Licensed Conveyancer/Legal Executive with at least 2 years of experience. The role involves managing residential conveyancing processes and supervising others. Candidates should possess strong client care, IT, and business development skills. Hybrid or remote working options are available.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in residential conveyancing.
• Proven ability to provide professional legal advice.
• Experience supervising others is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle the full spectrum of residential conveyancing.
• Manage a caseload and adhere to deadlines.
• Engage in business development and marketing strategies.

Skills

Client care skills

Strong IT skills

Business development skills

Communication skills

Deadline management

Education

2 years PQE in relevant area of law

Tools

Case Management software

Job description

Our client has a permanent vacancy for a Residential Property Solicitor/Licensed Conveyancer/Legal Executive. Reporting to the Head of Conveyancing the successful candidate will have experience across the full spectrum of residential conveyancing; especially in the areas of Freehold, Leasehold, Sales, Purchases, Re‑mortgages, Shared Ownership Schemes, Rights to Buy, Transfer of Equity and Lease extensions.

Hybrid or remote working candidates will be considered, however you must be qualified with residential property experience of at least 2 years and some experience of supervising others.

Candidates should ideally have:

• A minimum of 2 years PQE in the relevant area of law
• Good client care skills, provide professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of conduct
• Strong IT skills
• Effective business development skills with proven marketing strategies
• Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets
• Up-to‑date knowledge and skills in compliance with Continuing Professional Development, CQS and internal training expectations
• Proven experience of handling own caseload
• Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines
• Good drafting and writing skills, excellent communication and technical ability
• Case Management experience (desirable)

Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.