Residential Property Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional legal practice in Bexleyheath is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor or Conveyancer to join its team. The successful candidate will manage residential property transactions, ensuring quality service and professionalism. With a focus on teamwork and long-term stability, the firm offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including 25 days of holiday and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus birthday off

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Optional healthcare cashback plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Regular firm social events

Staff discounts on legal services

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in residential conveyancing.
• Calm, organized, and methodical under pressure.
• Strong communicator with a client-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Handle sales and purchases of freehold and leasehold properties.
• Draft and review legal documents.
• Liaise with clients and third parties.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Client communication

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor | Bexleyheath, Kent

Some firms come and go - others stand the test of time.

This well-established regional practice has been serving the local community for generations, and many of its staff have been with the firm for decades. It's the kind of place where people build lasting careers, not just jobs.

The firm's Bexleyheath office is now looking for a Residential Property Solicitor or Conveyancer to join its respected conveyancing team. You'll work alongside experienced colleagues and a Head of Department who has been with the firm for nearly 20 years, someone who leads with both expertise and approachability.

The Role

You'll handle a broad range of residential property transactions, including:

• Sales and purchases of freehold and leasehold properties
• Remortgages and transfers of equity
• (Desirable) New build and shared ownership matters
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, conducting searches, and ensuring smooth completions
• Liaising with clients and third parties while maintaining the firm's strong reputation for service and professionalism

The team is well structured, with systems and support in place so you can focus on delivering a quality service rather than fighting admin fires.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive
• At least 2 years' experience in residential conveyancing
• Calm, organised, and methodical under pressure
• Strong communicator with a client-first approach
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative, long-standing team

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• 25 days' holiday plus birthday off and extra leave for long service
• Pension scheme and employee assistance programme
• Optional healthcare cashback plan and cycle-to-work scheme
• Regular firm social events and staff discounts on legal services
• A supportive environment with long-term career stability

If you're looking to join a respected firm where people stay, succeed, and feel supported, this could be the right move.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.