Residential Property Solicitor

William James Recruitment; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

25+ holidays

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor to join a well-established West Midlands firm. The role handles a varied conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion, with hybrid working and potential for part-time hours.

Candidates should have 3+ PQE, strong technical knowledge, and experience in landlord & tenant or lease extensions is a plus. The firm offers progression, a supportive environment, and a generous holiday entitlement.

Qualifications

• 3+ PQE Solicitor or experienced Conveyancer
• Strong technical knowledge of residential conveyancing
• Experience in landlord & tenant or lease extensions advantageous

Responsibilities

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction to completion
• Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Advising on remortgages and transfers of equity
• Supporting new build transactions
• Liaising with clients, agents, lenders and third parties
• Delivering high standards of client care and communication
• Managing files efficiently in a deadline-driven environment
• Supporting business development and client relationship growth

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Client liaison

Time management

Job description

Residential Property Solicitor – West Midlands – 3+ PQE + Hybrid / Part-time + Benefits

A well-established and forward-thinking law firm is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor from Shrewsbury, Telford and Wolverhampton to join its expanding residential property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Property Solicitor in the West Midlandsto manage a varied, high-quality caseload within a supportive and flexible firm.

Offering full or part-time hours, hybrid working and genuine progression, this role would suit a Residential Property Solicitorseeking autonomy, stability and long-term career development.

The Role

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction to completion
• Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Advising on remortgages and transfers of equity
• Supporting new build transactions
• Liaising with clients, agents, lenders and third parties
• Delivering high standards of client care and communication
• Managing files efficiently in a deadline-driven environment
• Supporting business development and client relationship growth

The Candidate

• 3+ PQE Solicitor or experienced Conveyancer
• Strong technical knowledge of residential conveyancing
• Experience gained within a reputable firm
• Confident managing a busy caseload independently
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and file management ability
• Knowledge of compliance, AML and Solicitors Code of Conduct
• Experience in landlord & tenant or lease extensions advantageous

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Full-time or part-time working available
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Exposure to a varied and high-quality caseload
• Established client base across multiple offices