Residential Property Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious Legal 500 firm as a Senior Residential Property Solicitor in Chatham. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, handling a diverse caseload while contributing to the growth of the firm's residential property team. With a strong focus on professional development and a culture of excellence, you will have the autonomy to make a significant impact in the Kent market. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a clear path for progression in this well-respected firm.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression pathways

Supportive firm culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE as a Residential Property Solicitor or equivalent.
• Strong technical expertise in the full conveyancing lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including sales, purchases, and re-mortgages.
• Play a pivotal role in business development and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Residential Property Law

Business Development

Networking Skills

Client-Focused Mindset

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Qualified Residential Property Lawyer

Job description

Senior Residential Property Solicitor - Chatham, Kent

Exciting opportunity to join a leading Legal 500 firm with a highly ranked conveyancing practice.

Are you an experienced Residential Property Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career? This well-established and prestigious firm, embedded in the Kent community, is seeking a Senior Residential Property Solicitor (5+ years PQE) to expand their residential property presence in Chatham.

Why join this firm?

• A Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked firm with an outstanding reputation in property law.
• A strong platform for career progression in a forward-thinking and dynamic environment.
• A culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional development.
• Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

The Role:

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Residential Property Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer to establish and grow the firm's residential property team in Chatham.

You will handle a varied and high-quality caseload, including: Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, New build transactions, Ownership transfers and lease extensions, Re-mortgages and equity release, Help-to-buy and shared ownership transactions, Residential lettings for landlords and tenants, Plot sales and investment purchases.

Beyond managing cases, you will play a pivotal role in business development and marketing initiatives to strengthen the firm's market presence in Chatham. This position offers autonomy and a clear path for professional growth.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A qualified Residential Property Lawyer (Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer) with 5+ years PQE.
  Strong technical expertise across the full conveyancing lifecycle.
• A commercially aware and client-focused mindset.
• Excellent business development and networking skills.
• Experience working in the Kent market is desirable.
• A team player with strong communication and organisational skills.

What's on Offer?

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A genuine meritocracy with clear career progression pathways.
• The chance to take ownership of a growing department in a supportive firm.
• A mix of office and remote working for greater flexibility.

If you're looking for a progressive firm with an excellent reputation and the opportunity to develop a strong presence in the Chatham market, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.