Senior Residential Property Solicitor

Henderson Scott; South Somerset; Híbrido; GBP 55.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonus scheme

Pension + life assurance

Health cash plan

25 days holiday + bank holidays +生日福利

Descripción de la vacante

Henderson Scott is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate Land & Property Lawyer in Crewkerne. The role focuses on residential property and land law, handling a varied caseload with client-focused service and strong support for progression.

The position offers a clear path to leadership within a growing department, with opportunities for mentoring, business development and strategic input, and a competitive remuneration package. Hybrid/remote working is available post-probation.

Formación

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ PQE.
• Strong experience in residential property and land law.
• Confident managing a full caseload independently.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members (Senior Associate level).
• Commercially aware with an interest in business development.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive, reliable and able to meet deadlines.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a broad caseload of property matters, including freehold/leasehold sales and purchases and general residential conveyancing.
• Handle land transactions and post-completion work.
• Work toward billing and time recording targets.
• Support and mentor junior lawyers and support staff.
• Play an active role in business development and networking.
• Contribute to growth and success of the department and provide leadership when needed.

Conocimientos

Residential property

Land law

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Organisational skills

Descripción del empleo

Associate / Senior Associate - Land & Property Lawyer

Location: Crewkerne
Experience: 5+ PQE
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Full Remuneration Package: £55,000-£80,000 DOE

A well-established and highly regarded regional firm is seeking an Associate / Senior Associate Land & Property Lawyer (Solicitor or Legal Executive) to join its team in Crewkerne.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key member of a growing property team, handling a varied caseload with a strong residential focus, while benefiting from excellent support and clear progression opportunities.

The Role

You will manage a broad caseload of property matters, including:

• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• General residential conveyancing matters
• Land transactions and associated work
• Matters from instruction through to post-completion

You will also:

• Work towards billing and time recording targets
• Support and mentor junior lawyers and support staff
• Play an active role in business development and networking
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the department

At Senior Associate level, there is increased scope for leadership, mentoring and strategic input.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ PQE
• Strong experience in residential property and land law
• Confident managing a full caseload independently
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members (particularly at Senior Associate level)
• Commercially aware with an interest in business development
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Proactive, reliable and able to meet deadlines

What's On Offer

• Full remuneration package £55,000-£80,000 DOE
• Hybrid/remote working available post-probation
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave
• Bonus scheme
• Pension + life assurance
• Health cash plan
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear progression opportunities (Associate through to Partner level)