Residential Conveyancing Solicitor (NQ - 5 Years PQE)

Location: East London
Salary: Competitive, DOE (Dependent on Experience)
Working Pattern: Full-Time, Office Based (Monday to Friday)
Hours: 9:30am - 5:30pm

Our client are a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in East London with a strong reputation for providing exceptional client service. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an ambitious and motivated Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join our expanding Property Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor through to 5 years PQE looking to develop their career within a supportive and busy conveyancing team.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion, delivering a high standard of client care while ensuring transactions progress efficiently.

The successful candidate will have experience handling a broad range of residential property matters and be confident liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and third parties throughout the transaction process.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a busy caseload of residential conveyancing files from inception to completion.
• Handling a range of matters including:
  • Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
  • Transfers of equity.
  • Re-mortgages.
  • New build transactions.
  • Shared ownership matters.
  • Help to Buy transactions.
  • Registered and unregistered properties.
• Drafting and reviewing contracts and associated legal documentation.
• Carrying out title investigations and reporting on title.
• Raising and responding to enquiries.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, brokers and other solicitors.
• Managing exchange and completion processes.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations, lender requirements and anti-money laundering procedures.
• Providing clear and practical legal advice to clients.
• Maintaining accurate file management and case records.
• Contributing to the development and growth of the department through excellent client service and relationship management.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
• NQ to 5 years PQE in Residential Conveyancing.
• Experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge of the conveyancing process.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to manage a quality and varied caseload.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Established client base and strong local reputation.

This role would suit a driven Residential Conveyancing Solicitor who is looking to join a reputable firm where they can take ownership of their caseload, build strong client relationships and play a key role in the continued success of the Property Department.

If this sounds like it could be your next opportunity then I look forward to receiving your application.