Residential Property Lawyer

We are seeking an experienced Residential Property Lawyer to join a highly regarded law firm in Swaffham. You will be handling a broad caseload of residential property matters, focusing on buying and selling property, leasehold transactions, and remortgages. The firm is well-established and offers a supportive, collaborative environment where you can grow your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

Residential Conveyancing

Manage and oversee residential property transactions from inception to completion, including sale and purchase of freehold and leasehold properties, remortgages, and transfers of equity.

Client Liaison

Provide exceptional client service, ensuring clear and timely communication. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, offering guidance and support throughout the process.

Document Drafting and Review

Prepare legal documents including contracts, leases, and transfer deeds. Review and negotiate terms in line with client needs.

Due Diligence

Undertake necessary searches, surveys, and investigations to ensure properties are legally compliant and meet the client’s expectations.

Legal Compliance

Ensure compliance with the latest regulations, including the Land Registration Act and other relevant laws and best practices within the conveyancing industry.

Team Collaboration

Work closely with other members of the property team and assist with the mentorship of junior lawyers or paralegals.

Fee-Earning

Achieve set targets for fee income, ensuring the firm meets its commercial objectives.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience

At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) as a Residential Property Lawyer, with a solid track record in managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters.

Legal Knowledge

Strong understanding of residential property law and related practices, including the sale, purchase, leasehold transactions, and remortgages.

Communication Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal matters in a clear, concise manner.

Client Care

Proven ability to provide high levels of client service, with a focus on building long-term relationships.

Organisational Skills

Strong time-management and organisational abilities, capable of handling multiple transactions simultaneously and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or equivalent.

Desirable Skills

Experience with Case Management Systems

Familiarity with industry-standard case management software will be an advantage.

Business Development

Willingness to contribute to business development activities and grow the firm’s presence within the local market.

Leadership Potential

While not essential, experience in managing a team or assisting junior staff would be advantageous.

Benefits

Salary

Up to c£60,000 per annum (depending on experience).

Holiday

Competitive annual leave package.

Pension

Contributions towards pension.

Professional Development

Opportunities for career progression and funding for continuing legal education (CLE).

Health and Wellbeing

Access to employee assistance programs and health-related benefits.

Work-Life Balance

Flexibility in working arrangements, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance with a 5-day workweek and standard office hours (8.45 am – 5.00 pm).

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Residential Property Lawyer looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and growing team, please apply now with your up-to-date CV along with your salary expectations irrespective of level as consideration may still be given and we also have other similar roles available in other local areas.

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