Residential Property Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Christchurch; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

25 days' annual leave

Pension and life assurance

Health cash plan

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment in Poole, Dorset, is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor with 3+ years PQE to join a well-established regional firm. You will manage your own caseload and advise on freehold/leasehold transactions.

You’ll work with experienced property lawyers, support junior colleagues and contribute to developing the firm’s local profile. Hybrid working follows probation, with a friendly team and clear progression paths.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ residential property experience, able to manage caseload independently.
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail for complex matters.
• Ability to explain complex issues in clear terms and build lasting client relationships.
• Willingness to support junior colleagues and contribute to local business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own residential property caseload from instruction to completion.
• Handle freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, extensions, transfers of equity, remortgages.
• Provide practical advice and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues and help develop the firm’s local profile.

Skills

Residential property

Caseload management

Client relations

Attention to detail

Networking

Education

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive qualification

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor | 3+ Years PQE | Poole, Dorset

Looking for your next move in residential property? Join a well-established regional firm with strong local roots, a respected reputation and a genuine focus on quality client service.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive residential property team in Poole, Dorset, handling a varied caseload of quality transactions rather than working in a high-volume conveyancing environment.

You’ll work alongside experienced property lawyers, with the autonomy to manage your own files and the opportunity to play a bigger role in the team. If you’re ready to build on your experience, support junior colleagues and take the next step in your career, this could be the move you’re looking for.

The role

You’ll manage your own residential property caseload from instruction through to completion, including:

• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Lease extensions, transfers of equity and remortgages.
• Providing clear, practical advice and building strong client relationships.
• Taking ownership of transactions while collaborating with experienced colleagues.
• Supporting junior fee earners and conveyancing support staff.
• Getting involved in networking and developing the firm’s local profile.

What you’ll bring

You’ll be a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 3 years’ residential property experience, confident managing a caseload independently and handling transactions with minimal supervision.

You’ll have strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail and the ability to explain complex matters in straightforward terms. Just as importantly, you’ll understand the value of a personal, responsive service and enjoy building lasting relationships with clients.

What’s on offer?

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension and life assurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Hybrid working following probation.
• A supportive team environment with genuine opportunities for career progression.
• A firm that values integrity, collaboration and work-life balance.

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your career and be part of a well-regarded local team,