Residential Property Solicitor

Henderson Scott; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Canterbury is seeking a Residential Property Fee-Earner to manage a diverse caseload of residential transactions. This role offers competitive pay, opportunities for career progression, and a supportive working environment. Ideal candidates will have solid conveyancing experience and a commitment to high-quality client service.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Career development and clear progression pathways

Hybrid/flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience handling own residential property caseload from instruction to completion.
• Licensed Conveyancer or Chartered Legal Executive.
• Solid conveyancing experience.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of residential sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfers.
• Liaising with clients, agents, and stakeholders.
• Providing high-quality client service.

Skills

Conveyancing

Client Service

Communication

Job description

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Base pay range

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Residential Property Fee-Earner
Canterbury
Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Opportunity:

We're working with several well-regarded law firms in/near Canterbury, all seeking experienced Residential Property Fee-Earners to join their growing teams. These firms have excellent reputations in the local market and offer a supportive working environment, strong client bases, and genuine opportunities for long-term progression.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual with solid conveyancing experience who is looking to take the next step in their career in a beautiful and historic city.

Who They're Looking For:

Applications are welcome from:

• Licensed Conveyancers
• Chartered Legal Executives

You must have experience handling your own residential property caseload from instruction to completion with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a caseload of residential sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfer of equity matters
• Handling both freehold and leasehold transactions, including new builds
• Liaising with clients, agents, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth progress of transactions
• Providing high-quality client service and maintaining strong working relationships

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Opportunities with both high-street and regional firms
• Supportive teams with excellent administrative support
• Hybrid/flexible working options depending on the firm
• Career development and clear progression pathways

Interested?

If you're currently considering a new opportunity in residential conveyancing and would like to hear more about roles available in Canterbury, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice