Senior Residential Property Associate - Essex

BWF Legal Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in Essex is seeking an experienced conveyancer to manage an active residential conveyancing caseload. This role will involve handling various property transactions while mentoring junior colleagues. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of residential property law and excellent client care skills. With a focus on professional growth and collaboration, this position offers a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and a clear path for development.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Health cashback plan

Life insurance and wellbeing support

Enhanced family leave policies

Company sick pay scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in managing a broad conveyancing caseload.
• Strong understanding of residential property law and procedures.
• Willingness to engage in business development activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of residential property transactions.
• Advise on trust-related matters intersecting with property.
• Deliver high standard of client care.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Promote the team and firm through networking.

Skills

Independent management of conveyancing caseload

Strong technical understanding of residential property law

Excellent client care and interpersonal skills

Collaborative and proactive approach

Job description

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced conveyancer to join a well-established and highly regarded firm. You'll be part of a busy property department, playing a key role in the team's continued success. With a supportive environment and clear opportunities for growth, this role offers both challenge and reward in equal measure. Due to a retirement in the team you will take over an active caseload, and this position would suit an Associate or Senior Associate level individual.

Position Overview

You’ll take ownership of your own residential conveyancing caseload, handling matters from instruction through to completion. The work is varied and stimulating, ranging from standard sales and purchases to more technical matters such as lease extensions, re‑mortgages, and trust‑related transactions. While you’ll enjoy a high degree of autonomy, this is also a collaborative role, offering the chance to support and mentor junior colleagues and contribute to the ongoing development of the department.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of residential property transactions, including freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, lease extensions, re‑mortgages, and transfers of equity
• Advise on trust‑related matters where they intersect with property work
• Deliver a high standard of client care, ensuring strong and lasting client relationships
• Mentor and support junior members of the team, contributing to their training and development
• Play an active role in networking and business development to promote the team and wider firm

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in independently managing a broad conveyancing caseload
• Strong technical understanding of residential property law and procedure
• Confident communicator with excellent client care and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable approach to work
• Willingness to get involved in business development and represent the firm externally

Benefits

• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health cashback plan
• Life insurance and access to comprehensive wellbeing support
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Company sick pay scheme
• Cycle to work scheme and other lifestyle benefits

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Conveyancing Solicitor eager to take a progressive step in your career and be part of a well‑run practice, send your CV to [e-mail] or contact James Wiffen on 01279 464455.