Senior Conveyancing Solicitor: Residential Property Growth

Palmers Solicitors; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmers Solicitors in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced solicitor, legal executive or licensed conveyancer with residential property expertise to join our growing team. You will manage a caseload, advise clients, and contribute to business development while mentoring junior colleagues.

We value strong communication, data security knowledge and a proactive approach to legal technology and regulatory compliance, with opportunities for career progression in a modern, supportive firm.

Qualifications

• Ideally 5+ years’ PQE in residential property.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.
• Knowledge of data security and confidentiality protocols.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and legal technology adoption.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships.
• Understanding of SRA and CQS frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Building upon a new workload at our new Chelmsford office.
• Day to day management of a caseload to a high standard.
• Advising clients on residential property matters, providing clear and practical guidance.
• Working collaboratively with agents and professionals to develop new business opportunities.
• Maintaining high professional standards in all legal reporting and documentation.
• Supporting compliance with regulatory requirements, including SRA and CQS standards.
• Assisting with internal audits and upholding best practices within the team.
• Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues, fostering a positive working environment.
• Where appropriate, working in a team format with our remote solicitors.
• Ensuring confidentiality and data security in all client interactions and legal processes.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Data security

Legal tech adoption

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Palmers Solicitors in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced solicitor, legal executive or licensed conveyancer with residential property expertise to join our growing team. You will manage a caseload, advise clients, and contribute to business development while mentoring junior colleagues.

We value strong communication, data security knowledge and a proactive approach to legal technology and regulatory compliance, with opportunities for career progression in a modern, supportive firm.