Residential Property Fee Earner

About the Opportunity

An established and well-regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Property Fee Earner to join its busy Property Department.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and growing team handling a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters for both local and national clients. The successful candidate will enjoy a broad and autonomous role, managing their own files while contributing to the continued growth and success of the department.

The position would suit a motivated conveyancer who enjoys building client relationships, delivering excellent service, and working within a collaborative legal environment.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing a residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion, ensuring transactions are progressed efficiently and clients receive a high standard of service throughout.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a varied caseload of residential property matters
• Handling sales, purchases, transfers of equity, re-mortgages, and other residential conveyancing transactions
• Providing clear and practical advice to clients throughout the transaction process
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, brokers, and other third parties
• Maintaining excellent standards of file management and regulatory compliance
• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Assisting with business development activities and networking opportunities
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure efficient service delivery
• Meeting departmental objectives while maintaining exceptional client care standards

Candidate Profile

Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience handling residential conveyancing matters
• Experience managing your own caseload with a degree of autonomy
• Strong technical knowledge of residential property transactions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence working with clients and professional contacts
• Good organisational and time management abilities
• Experience using case management systems and Microsoft Office
• A proactive, self-motivated, and professional approach
• Commitment to delivering excellent client service

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent upon experience
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Death in service benefit
• Full-time position with part-time applications considered
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• High-quality residential property work
• Opportunity to develop client relationships and business development skills
• Long-term career progression opportunities within an established firm