Senior Residential Property Lawyer

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Margate; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in East Kent is seeking a Senior Residential Property Lawyer to manage complex cases and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate will have substantial residential conveyancing experience and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including 25 days holiday and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus paid bank holidays

Hybrid work model

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Car parking and season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in residential property law.
• Expertise in handling complex and high-value property transactions.
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a substantial caseload of residential conveyancing matters.
• Provide expert legal advice ensuring a high-quality service.
• Mentor junior team members and foster client relationships.

Skills

Qualified solicitor

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Client care

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or licensed conveyancer

Job description

Overview

Senior Residential Property Lawyer - Thanet, Kent - Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

KHR are partnered with one of East Kent's leading legal practices; who have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional Senior Residential Property Lawyer to join their well-established firm known for its excellent client relationships and local market leadership.

This role is ideal for someone with significant expertise in residential conveyancing who is seeking a senior-level role within a progressive and client-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a substantial caseload of residential conveyancing matters, including leasehold, freehold, new builds, remortgages, lease extensions, and transfers of equity


• Provide expert legal advice to clients, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and high-quality service throughout all transactions


• Mentor and support junior members of the conveyancing team, offering guidance and sharing best practices where required


• Foster and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, and other local stakeholders


• Oversee and ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements


• Contribute to the growth of the department

Candidate Profile / Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or licensed conveyancer with substantial experience in residential property law


• Demonstrable expertise in handling complex and high-value property transactions


• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written


• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment, ensuring attention to detail and excellent client care


• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Competitive salary on offer depending on experience.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus paid bank holidays


• Hybrid, 2 days per week WFH maximum once 6-month probation is passed


• Pension scheme


• Discretionary bonus scheme


• Car parking and season ticket loans where applicable

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.