Residential Property Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed law firm in Reading is offering a long-term opportunity for an experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitor/CILEX or Licensed Conveyancer. This role provides career progression prospects within a supportive work environment, emphasizing excellent work-life balance and professional development. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of PQE in residential conveyancing and be ready to handle transactions independently and effectively.

Benefits

Excellent work-life balance

Flexible working

Career growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Positive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in residential conveyancing required.
• Confident in managing own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent drafting, technical and client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential property matters from start to finish.
• Handle transactions including sales, purchases, remortgages, and new builds.
• Liaise with clients and third parties to ensure smooth transactions.

Skills

Drafting skills

Client care skills

Technical skills

Business development

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer

Job description

Residential Conveyancing Solicitor – Reading, Berkshire Are you looking for a fresh challenge in one of the most respected law firms in the region? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a friendly, progressive, and genuinely supportive legal practice based in Reading. Contact: Rebecca Barry | 020 7183 8586 | [e-mail] Job Ref: 9914

Having worked with this firm for a number of years, I can confidently say they are not only committed to delivering exceptional service to their clients, but also deeply invested in the wellbeing and development of their employees. This is a place where people stay and careers thrive.

The Role:
A highly-regarded regional law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitor/CILEX or Licensed Conveyancer to join their busy residential property team in Reading. This role has become available due to a planned succession strategy within the department, making it a long-term opportunity with clear career progression prospects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of residential property matters from start to finish.
• Handle a full range of transactions including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and new build developments.
• Liaise with clients, agents, and third parties to ensure transactions progress smoothly.
• Play an active role in business development and networking to further enhance the firm’s local presence.

About You:

• You will be a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Legal Executive with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE in residential conveyancing.
• Confident managing your own caseload independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent drafting, technical and client care skills.
• Commercially astute with a proactive approach to client service and team collaboration.
• Ideally already based in or around Berkshire, or looking to relocate to this thriving and well-connected region.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
• Excellent work-life balance and flexible working where needed.
• Supportive leadership and genuine opportunities for career growth.
• A positive and inclusive working environment with long-term stability.

How to Apply:
To express interest or to have a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Rebecca Barry on 020 7183 8586 or email [e-mail] quoting Job Ref: 9914

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