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

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Devon is seeking an experienced New Homes Conveyancing Solicitor to join its growing Residential Conveyancing Department. You will manage a busy caseload on new build and plot purchases, ensuring timely exchanges and high service standards.

The role offers hybrid flexibility in a supportive firm with strong regional presence and proven track record. Applicants should have 2+ years PQE in residential conveyancing and a client-focused, commercially aware mindset.

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, efficient approach.
• Commitment to Lexcel standards and continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT skills, including case management systems.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

PQE

Plot purchases

Independent caseload

Job description

Reference: ORJ**_**Solicitor - New Homes Conveyancing - Devon - 2+ Years PQELocation: DevonType 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 from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any 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.