Residential Solicitor

LR Legal Recruitment; Sevenoaks; Sur place; GBP 45 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Varied caseload

Supportive environment

Professional development

Local market profile development

Direct client engagement

Résumé du poste

LR Legal Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic Residential Property Solicitor to join our friendly Sevenoaks team. With a minimum of 1 year PQE, you will manage a varied caseload, provide clear legal advice and build strong relationships with clients and local contacts.

You will develop technical expertise, maintain professional standards and engage directly with clients to support the firm's growth in the local property market.

Qualifications

• 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 and lender requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Confident communication and client care with a professional manner.

Responsabilités

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

Connaissances

Residential property

Client communication

Legal advisory

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Formation

Qualified Solicitor (PQE 1+)

Description du poste

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.