Residential Solicitor

LR Legal Recruitment; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

LR Legal Recruitment is seeking a Residential Property Solicitor in Sevenoaks with at least 1 year PQE to join a friendly, collaborative team. You will handle a varied residential property caseload and engage directly with clients and local professionals.

The role offers a supportive environment, opportunities to develop expertise, and scope to build reputation within the local property market, with a salary of £50k and progression potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s PQE in residential property.
• Proven independent management of a conveyancing caseload.
• Strong knowledge of freehold/leasehold and lender requirements.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Confident communication and client care.
• Commercially-aware and proactive in delivering high-quality service.
• Desire to develop professionally and build local relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of residential property transactions from instruction to completion.
• Advise on freehold/leasehold sales, purchases, remortgages, and transfers of equity.
• Provide clear, practical advice and keep clients informed.
• Identify and resolve legal and practical issues, manage risks.
• Liaise with estate agents, lenders, brokers, other solicitors and third parties.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and risk management requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and referrers to grow the firm.

Skills

PQE 1 year

Residential property knowledge

Client care

Organisation

Communication

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Role: Residential Property Solicitor

Salary: £50k

Location: Sevenoaks

Experience: Minimum 1 year’s PQE

The Opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Residential Property Solicitor with a minimum of 1 year’s post-qualification experience to join our friendly and collaborative team in Sevenoaks.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their technical expertise, take ownership of a varied residential property caseload and build strong relationships with clients and local professional contacts. You will benefit from a supportive working environment, direct client engagement and the opportunity to develop your professional profile within the local property market.

What You’ll Do

• Manage your own caseload of residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion.
• Advise on a broad range of residential conveyancing matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity.
• Provide clear, practical and commercially minded legal advice, ensuring clients are kept informed throughout the transaction.
• Identify and resolve legal and practical issues proactively, managing risks and progressing transactions efficiently.
• Liaise effectively with estate agents, mortgage lenders, brokers, other solicitors and relevant third parties.
• Ensure all matters are handled accurately and in accordance with regulatory, compliance and risk management requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong client and referrer relationships, contributing to the continued growth and reputation of the firm.

About You

• A qualified Solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in residential property.
• Proven experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload independently.
• Strong technical knowledge of freehold and leasehold transactions, lender requirements and conveyancing procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Confident communication and client care skills, with a professional, approachable and responsive manner.
• Commercially aware, proactive and committed to delivering a high standard of legal service.
• Keen to develop professionally, strengthen local relationships and contribute to the success of the wider team.

What We Offer

• A varied and interesting residential property caseload.
• A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to develop your technical expertise and commercial confidence.
• Support in building your professional reputation and profile within the Sevenoaks property market.
• Direct client contact and the opportunity to develop lasting professional relationships.
• Salary dependent on experience.