Senior Residential Conveyancer — Growth & Tech Role

LJ Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LJ Recruitment client in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer to join the residential property team. You will manage a conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion and build relationships with local agents and professionals.

The role offers modern technology, supportive colleagues, and clear opportunities for career progression and professional development for a candidate with strong client service and business development drive.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' PQE with strong residential property experience.
• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer.
• Excellent communication, client relationships, and organisational skills.
• Proactive approach to business development and networking.
• Commitment to CPD and embracing legal technology.

Responsibilities

• Managing a residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion.
• Providing clear, practical advice to clients on a range of residential property matters.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with local agents and professional contacts.
• Ensuring high standards of legal reporting, documentation, and client care.
• Supporting compliance with SRA, CQS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Assisting with audits and promoting best practice across the team.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members where appropriate.
• Collaborating effectively with office-based and remote colleagues.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality and data security standards.
• Keeping management informed of progress, developments, and any issues arising.

Skills

Client relationships

Communication

Organisational skills

Business development

Team collaboration

Job description

LJ Recruitment client in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer to join the residential property team. You will manage a conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion and build relationships with local agents and professionals.

The role offers modern technology, supportive colleagues, and clear opportunities for career progression and professional development for a candidate with strong client service and business development drive.