Solicitor - New Homes Conveyancing - Devon - 2+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Competitive salary

Client reputation

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Devon is seeking a Solicitor specialised in New Homes Conveyancing with 2+ years PQE to join our growing team. The role combines residential conveyancing responsibilities with a focus on plot purchases and development work.

This permanent, full-time position offers hybrid flexibility, a competitive salary of £45,000 to £65,000, strong career progression, and a supportive environment within a leading regional firm.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years PQE in residential conveyancing, including plot purchase work.
• Experience reviewing development wide documentation and preparing site reports.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong client relationship skills and a professional approach.
• Experience contributing to fee growth and marketing initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise.
• Familiarity with case management systems and IT skills.
• Ability to meet financial and non financial targets.
• Flexible and commercially aware mindset, committed to compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of new build and plot purchase matters.
• Review title, planning documents and searches for developments.
• Raise site wide enquiries and prepare master site precedent reports.
• Act for purchasers on plot purchases with 28 day exchange deadlines.
• Handle individual plot purchases and related sales.
• Prepare documents using the firm's case management system.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the residential conveyancing team.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and quality standards.
• Support department growth through excellent client service and efficiency.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Plot purchase work

Client relationship management

Marketing initiatives

Time management

Communication

Compliance

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Solicitor - New Homes Conveyancing - Devon - 2+ Years PQE
Location: Devon
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £45,000 to £65,000
A well established and award winning law firm is seeking an experienced New Homes Conveyancing Lawyer to join its high performing New Homes and Residential Conveyancing Department. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a specialist role within a growing team, contributing to the continued expansion of the department and supporting the firm's strong reputation across the region.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing your own caseload of new build and plot purchase matters, including:

• Reviewing title, planning documents and searches for whole developments
• Raising site wide enquiries and preparing master site precedent reports
• Acting for purchasers on individual plot purchases, working to 28 day exchange deadlines
• Handling "one off" plot purchases and related sales
• Producing your own documents and correspondence using the firm's case management system
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the residential conveyancing team
• Ensuring compliance with procedures, professional standards and quality requirements
• Supporting the department's growth through excellent client service and efficient working practices

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a conveyancing lawyer with:

• At least 2 years PQE in residential conveyancing, including plot purchase work
• Experience reviewing development wide documentation and preparing site reports
• Confidence managing a caseload independently with minimal supervision
• Strong client relationship skills and a professional, efficient approach
• A track record of contributing to marketing initiatives and fee growth
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
• Good IT skills, including case management systems
• Ability to meet financial and non financial targets
• A flexible, enthusiastic and commercially aware mindset
• Commitment to compliance, Lexcel standards and continuous improvement

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A supportive, friendly and professional working environment
• Strong career progression prospects
• A competitive benefits package
• Opportunities to contribute to a growing and ambitious department
• A positive culture with recent awards including DASLS Law Firm of the Year (£3M+ turnover) and DASLS Leader of the Year

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*