Residential Real Estate Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm based in Richmond is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor to manage residential conveyancing caseloads, handle client interactions, and collaborate with a supportive team. The ideal candidate will have at least 12-18 months of PQE in residential conveyancing and possess excellent communication skills. This firm offers a positive work/life balance without the demands of city firms.

Benefits

Work/life balance

High-quality legal matters

Supportive environment

Paralegal support

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-18 months PQE in residential conveyancing.
• Experience in commercial property is a plus.
• Proactive and self-sufficient in managing matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion.
• Work with clients on property matters including sales and purchases.
• Collaborate within a supportive team environment.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Excellent client care

Communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor or legal executive

Job description

The Firm:

This is a traditional, well-regarded law firm based in Richmond, with a strong presence in West London and Surrey for over 100 years. The firm prides itself on delivering a personal, high-quality service to a loyal and established client base—predominantly high-net-worth individuals, families, and local professionals—many of whom have instructed the firm for generations.

The team is close-knit, with just 14 fee earners operating in a collaborative, low-hierarchy environment. Unlike larger firms, there is no push for high volume or reliance on referral networks. Instead, the focus is on building long-term client relationships through integrity, consistency, and excellent legal work.

The Role:

The firm is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor to join its friendly and experienced Property Department. This is a key hire within a thriving team handling a wide range of residential conveyancing matters, with scope for involvement in commercial property work depending on experience.

What you'll do:

• Manage your own residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion
• Work with local clients, agents, and professionals on a variety of property matters (including sales, purchases, remortgages, equity release, lease extensions, and transfers of equity)
• Collaborate within a small, supportive team with dedicated paralegal support
• Build lasting relationships with clients based on trust and high service standards

What They're Looking For:

• A qualified solicitor or legal executive with minimum 12-18 months PQE (more experienced candidates are encouraged to apply)
• Strong experience in residential conveyancing; experience in commercial property is a plus
• A proactive, self-sufficient approach and the confidence to manage matters independently
• Excellent client care and communication skills

Why Join This Firm?

• Work/life balance - No volume targets, no late-night culture
• Meaningful work - High-quality legal matters from long-standing, loyal clients
• Supportive environment - Experienced colleagues, low turnover, and strong collaboration
• Reputation & legacy - A century-long history in the local community
• Paralegal support - Allowing solicitors to focus on legal delivery, not admin

If you're looking for a role with high-quality work, real client contact, and a positive work/life balance—without the stress of city firms—this could be the ideal next step.