Senior Residential Conveyancer

CKB Recruitment Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

27.5 days pro-rata leave? (31.5 days)

Free onsite parking

Free fruit in the office

Free Will Writing

Discounted conveyancing services

Hybrid/part-time considered

Job summary

CKB Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for a Senior Residential Conveyancer to work from either Gloucester or Bristol. You will manage a mixed residential caseload from instruction through post-completion, ensuring client care and helping uphold the firm’s national reputation.

You will have 5-6+ PQE in residential conveyancing, strong Property Law knowledge, and proven supervisory abilities. The role offers a supportive office environment and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 5-6+ years PQE in residential conveyancing (solicitor or FCILEx).
• Strong knowledge of Property Law and client relationship management.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent organisation, time management and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle a mixed residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to post-completion.
• Provide client care and uphold the firm’s national reputation.
• Supervise the team in absence of senior leadership.
• Develop staff and contribute to team training.
• Maintain accurate client records (electronic and paper).

Skills

PQE 5-6+

Property Law

Client relationships

Supervisory mentoring

Problem solving

Attention to detail

ICT proficiency

Education

Qualified Solicitor or FCILEx

Job description

Senior Residential Conveyancer | Bristol or Gloucester | £45,000 to £60,000 | Private Medical Insurance

Are you an experienced Residential Conveyancer looking for your next challenge? This role offers a chance to take senior responsibility within a respected firm, handle stimulating work, and enjoy a positive team culture. Join an organisation with over 30 years of property sector excellence, where your expertise and leadership will be valued and rewarded.

What's in it for you?

• Highly competitive salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per year.
• Immediate start available - get up and running quickly.
• A friendly, relaxed and supportive office environment.
• The chance to work with a national law firm renowned for its quality and client-focused service.
• Private Medical Insurance for peace of mind.
• Generous annual leave: 31.5 days including Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown.
• Full-time hours with consideration for part-time, supporting your work-life balance.
• Free onsite parking at both Gloucester and North Bristol offices.
• Free fruit in the office for a healthy workspace.
• Free Will Writing and discounted conveyancing services.

The Role

You will handle a mixed residential caseload, with responsibility from initial instruction through to post-completion. Client care is paramount, and you will help to uphold the firm's national reputation for excellence.

This position reports to the Legal Director and Head of Private Client Residential, and many opportunities exist to take on supervisory duties and contribute to team development.

What We're Looking For

• Manage a varied caseload in residential conveyancing, ensuring strict deadlines are met in a pressurised but friendly environment.
• Maintain and build upon existing client relationships.
• Supervise the team in the absence of the Legal Director.
• Liaise positively with support staff including Legal Secretaries, Paralegals, and Trainee Paralegals.
• Ensure accurate client records, both electronic and paper-based, are maintained.
• Act as an ambassador, upholding the firm's reputation and values.
• Undertake relevant staff development and training regularly.
• Adapt to changes in technology and business operations.

Skills and Experience

• Ideally 5-6+ PQE working as a Solicitor or FCILEx
• Detailed understanding of Property Law.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Confident in supervisory and mentoring roles within the team.
• Proactive, self-organised, and able to solve problems independently.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain client confidentiality.
• Adaptable to evolving business needs.
• Competent with Information and Communications Technologies.
• Excellent time management, prioritisation, and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

What's On Offer?

• Friendly, supportive, and relaxed working environment.
• Onsite parking (Gloucester and North Bristol).
• Free fruit in the office.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Discounted conveyancing services.
• Free Will Writing.
• 31.5 days annual leave including Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown.
• This role can be based at either Gloucester or North Bristol, with regular office attendance expected.
• Full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday (9:00am - 5:30pm, with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break).
• Part-time hours and hybrid working may be considered to support your work-life flexibility.

If you are passionate about delivering excellent client care and thrive in a collaborative, professional environment, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact.