Residential Property Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Legal 500 firm in Kent seeks a Senior Residential Property Solicitor with over 5 years of experience. Join a collaborative workspace offering career progression, a supportive team environment, and flexibility in remote working. This role requires a strong technical expertise in conveyancing and excellent business development skills to grow the firm's presence in the Chatham area.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Clear career progression pathways

Mix of office and remote working for flexibility

Qualifications

• A qualified Residential Property Lawyer with 5+ years PQE.
• Strong technical expertise across the full conveyancing lifecycle.
• Experience in the Kent market is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle varied and high-quality caseload, including sales, purchases, and transactions.
• Play a pivotal role in business development and marketing initiatives.
• Manage freehold and leasehold sales, new build transactions, and more.

Skills

Business development

Networking

Client-focused mindset

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Residential Property Lawyer (Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer)

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Client:

JMC Legal Recruitment

Location:

maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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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 its 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.