Residential Property Solicitor

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal recruitment firm is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor with 2–5 years PQE in Farnborough. You'll manage client transactions from start to finish in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate enjoys face-to-face client interaction and has a strong understanding of the conveyancing process. Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and generous holiday are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fee earner bonus scheme

25 days' holiday plus extra time off

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' PQE in residential property.
• Strong technical knowledge of the conveyancing process.
• Confident managing a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Handle a full range of residential property transactions.
• Draft contracts and deal with legal aspects of conveyancing.
• Maintain strong client relationships through service delivery.

Skills

Client care

Conveyancing

Effective communication

Proactive attitude

Education

Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer qualification

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor (2–5 Years PQE)
North East Hampshire / Surrey Borders

Advance your legal career with a respected and award-winning Residential Property team, recognised for excellence in client service and conveyancing. This is a great opportunity for a motivated fee earner to join a dynamic firm committed to quality, client care, and continued growth.

The Firm:
This Legal 500-ranked, full-service law firm is known for its collaborative culture, forward-thinking approach, and longstanding client relationships.

The Role:
You’ll join a high-performing Residential Property team, managing your own caseload of varied transactions from instruction through to completion. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a hands-on, client-facing position and thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling a full range of residential property transactions, including sales, purchases, leaseholds, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, and lease extensions.
• Drafting contracts, reviewing titles, raising and responding to enquiries, and dealing with all legal aspects of the conveyancing process.
• Communicating effectively with clients, agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors to ensure smooth and timely completions.
• Providing clear, practical legal advice and maintaining strong client relationships through excellent service delivery.
• Supporting the wider team and contributing to the continuous improvement of processes and service standards.

About You:

• A Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with 2–5 years’ PQE in residential property.
• Confident managing a busy caseload with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge of the conveyancing process, from title review to post-completion.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• A team player with a proactive attitude and attention to detail.
• Experience using case management systems (preferred).

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary aligned to experience.
• Fee earner bonus scheme.
• 25 days’ holiday plus extra time off over the Christmas period.
• Enhanced parental leave and a benefits package