Residential Property Solicitor/Licensed Conveyancer

IDEAL PERSONNEL; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm based in Bedford is seeking an experienced Residential Property Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer with over 5 years of PQE in residential conveyancing. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload, provide superior client care, and be involved in business development. The role offers a salary of £40,000 to £45,000 per annum, with hybrid or remote working options available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years PQE in the relevant area of law.
• Proven experience handling own caseload.
• Good drafting, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of conduct.
• Generate fees in accordance with agreed targets.
• Manage deadlines effectively.

Skills

Client care skills

Good drafting and writing skills

Strong IT skills

Business development skills

Communication skills

Education

5 years PQE in residential conveyancing

Tools

Case Management

Job description

Our client has a permanent vacancy for a Residential Property Solicitor/Licensed Conveyancer/Legal Executive. Reporting to the Head of Conveyancing the successful candidate will have experience across the full spectrum of residential conveyancing; especially in the areas of Freehold, Leasehold, Sales, Purchases, Re-mortgages, Shared Ownership Schemes, Rights to Buy, Transfer of Equity and Lease extensions.

Hybrid or remote working candidates will be considered, however you must be qualified with residential property experience of at least 5 years and some experience of supervising others.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years PQE in the relevant area of law
• Good client care skills, provide professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of conduct
• Strong IT skills
• Effective business development skills with proven marketing strategies
• Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets
• Up-to-date knowledge and skills in compliance with Continuing Professional Development, CQS and internal training expectations
• Proven experience of handling own caseload
• Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines
• Good drafting and writing skills, excellent communication and technical ability
• Case Management experience (desirable)

We offer a salary of £40,000 to £45,000 per annum DOE.