Senior Associate - Residential Conveyancing

LHH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Residential Property team in London. This role offers the chance to manage a varied residential property caseload while driving business development within a respected legal practice.

The successful candidate will need substantial conveyancing experience, strong technical expertise, and an ability to foster meaningful client relationships. This position promises growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in residential conveyancing.
• Proven ability to independently manage a busy and varied caseload.
• Strong understanding of the residential property market.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential property transactions.
• Advise clients on freehold and leasehold sales.
• Build strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Client relationship management

Business development

Technical expertise

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Senior Associate – Residential Property - London

An established legal practice is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Residential Property team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior level solicitor to manage a varied caseload of residential property matters whilst contributing to the continued success and growth of a highly regarded team.

The successful individual will provide high quality legal advice across a broad range of residential property transactions, including both routine and complex matters. The role requires strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and a client focused approach, together with the ability to develop business opportunities and build lasting client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential property transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Advise clients on freehold and leasehold sales and acquisitions.
• Handle remortgage and refinancing matters.
• Assist with lease extensions, enfranchisement matters, and title-related issues.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and other stakeholders throughout transactions.
• Ensure matters are progressed efficiently and in line with service standards.
• Prepare and manage billing in accordance with agreed procedures.

Business Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, introducers, and professional contacts.
• Demonstrate the ability to generate new work through personal networks, referrals, and business development initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and develop new revenue streams.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor with substantial experience in residential conveyancing.
• Proven ability to independently manage a busy and varied caseload.
• Experience gained within a respected regional, national, or city-based law firm.
• Strong understanding of the residential property market and transaction process.
• Proven ability to meet financial and performance objectives.

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