Residential Property Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established regional law firm is seeking a skilled Residential Property Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Telford. This exciting opportunity involves managing a diverse caseload of residential property transactions, ensuring exceptional client service and adherence to regulatory standards. The firm prides itself on its supportive culture, commitment to employee development, and a strong focus on work-life balance. With a competitive salary and generous benefits, this role is perfect for those looking to thrive in a collaborative environment while making a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted legal fees

Death in service provision

Company Pension

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years PQE in Residential Property conveyancing.
• Proven experience handling a variety of conveyancing matters.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload from instruction to completion including sales and purchases.
• Maintaining accurate records related to property transactions.

Skills

Residential Property Conveyancing

Client Management

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

2-5 Years PQE

Tools

Case Management System

Job description

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Role: Residential Property Solicitor (2-5PQE)

Location: Telford Office

Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Term: Permanent

We have a new opportunity for a 2-5PQE Residential Property Solicitor at our Telford office.

About mfg

You’ll be joining a regional law firm that enjoys a strong reputation, recognised in the legal 500 which is made possible by our exceptional people. We want to help you to reach your full potential, love the work you do and deliver the best results for your clients. It’s our goal to make you feel great about working with us, and we work hard to cultivate a culture that makes it easy for you to stay with us for many years.

The Residential Team

You will work alongside Partner, Nichola Wilson, Licensed Conveyancer, Danielle Fenn and Paralegal, Beth Ward. Our Residential team also operates from mfg’s Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, Telford, Worcester and Ludlow offices.

Day to day, you’ll be successful in this role by…

Managing a caseload from instruction to completion including sales, purchases, both freehold and leasehold re-mortgages, ensuring excellent client service is achieved at all times.

Further responsibilities

• Managing capacity levels and working towards achieving monthly targets.
• Understanding and adhering to regulatory body’s rules and regulations e.g. SRA.
• Working within a case management system.
• Keeping abreast of changes in property law and regulations and ensure that all conveyancing processes adhere to CQS requirements, current best practice and standards.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to property transactions and client interactions.

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years PQE in Residential Property conveyancing.
• Proven experience handling a variety of conveyancing matters.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a supportive team environment.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary in line market rates
• 25 days’ holiday to start rising to 26 (plus additional days at Christmas and statutory Bank Holidays)
• Employee Assistance programme and wellbeing services - 24/7 helpline facility
• Discounted legal fees for staff and family members (subject to terms)
• Death in service provision
• Auto enrolment in our Company Pension

Other reasons to join us

• We offer a rewarding career of quality work alongside a commitment to your development. It’s a fantastic environment in which people grow!
• A supportive ‘people first’ culture, driven by wellbeing and work/life balance (it's a 35-hour week). Over 90% of our people responded in our most recent engagement survey that it’s a great place to work and they’re proud to work here.
• Committed to inclusion and out local communities, we aim to employ a diverse section of the community whilst our work for good causes continues to flourish. Many of our people are actively involved in CSR, Sports & Social and Health & Wellbeing groups.

For more information on what it’s like to work at mfg, please visit our recruitment page or email [emailprotected] arrange a confidential chat to discuss this opportunity further.

Agencies please note – we have an agreed Agency PSL in place.