Residential Property Solicitor
Basingstoke
Permanent
Legal
Private Practice Law Firms
£65,000.00 - £85,000.00Year
Job Advert: Residential Property Solicitor
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Solicitor to join our busy Residential Property team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to advance their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
About the Role:
As a Residential Property Solicitor, you will play a vital role in providing expert legal advice and assistance to clients throughout their conveyancing journey. With a minimum of three years of post-qualification experience, you will ideally have a strong background in lease extensions and complex property transactions. You will be joining a team of six fee earners and eight assistants, reporting directly to the Head of Residential Property.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the full conveyancing process from instruction to completion.
- Handling your own caseload efficiently.
- Assisting with registrations when the post-completions team is unavailable.
- Engaging in business development activities, including networking and introducing new clients to the organisation.
- Upholding compliance regulations in accordance with our policies and procedures.
- Maintaining CQS standards.
Who We Are:
Our organisation is a leading law firm with a reputation for excellence, having won numerous awards, including the Law Society "Medium Law Firm of the Year" in 2021 and "Firm of the Year" in 2022. With over 30 years of experience, we are dedicated to delivering personalised legal services and achieving exceptional outcomes for our clients.
We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of growth and development, not only in our service to clients but also in the opportunities we provide our team members. We are committed to attracting high-calibre talent and offer a friendly, supportive workplace that encourages professional development.
Skills and Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years' experience post-qualification in Residential Property.
- Experience with lease extensions is advantageous.
- Previous experience managing a small team of Legal Secretaries or Administrators is desirable, but not essential.
- Highly efficient and self-motivated, with strong administrative skills and the ability to delegate effectively.
- Client-focused and empathetic, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Outlook and Word) and Case Management Systems; prior experience with LEAP is a plus.
- Familiarity with digital dictation.
- Ability to maintain a courteous and friendly demeanour, even under pressure.
- Flexible and a team player.
Compensation and Benefits:
The base compensation will be contingent upon proven experience and qualifications. In addition, we offer a performance-related bonus and a range of other benefits.
If you are a dedicated Residential Property Solicitor looking to advance your career within a respected and award-winning law firm, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Join us in delivering exceptional legal services and making a difference in the lives of our clients.
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Residential Property Solicitor
LHH
5 days ago
£65,000.00 - £85,000.00Year
Permanent
Legal
Private Practice Law Firms
Basingstoke
Job Advert: Residential Property Solicitor
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Solicitor to join our busy Residential Property team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to advance their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
About the Role:
As a Residential Property Solicitor, you will play a vital role in providing expert legal advice and assistance to clients throughout their conveyancing journey. With a minimum of three years of post-qualification experience, you will ideally have a strong background in lease extensions and complex property transactions. You will be joining a team of six fee earners and eight assistants, reporting directly to the Head of Residential Property.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the full conveyancing process from instruction to completion.
- Handling your own caseload efficiently.
- Assisting with registrations when the post-completions team is unavailable.
- Engaging in business development activities, including networking and introducing new clients to the organisation.
- Upholding compliance regulations in accordance with our policies and procedures.
- Maintaining CQS standards.
Who We Are:
Our organisation is a leading law firm with a reputation for excellence, having won numerous awards, including the Law Society "Medium Law Firm of the Year" in 2021 and "Firm of the Year" in 2022. With over 30 years of experience, we are dedicated to delivering personalised legal services and achieving exceptional outcomes for our clients.
We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of growth and development, not only in our service to clients but also in the opportunities we provide our team members. We are committed to attracting high-calibre talent and offer a friendly, supportive workplace that encourages professional development.
Skills and Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years' experience post-qualification in Residential Property.
- Experience with lease extensions is advantageous.
- Previous experience managing a small team of Legal Secretaries or Administrators is desirable, but not essential.
- Highly efficient and self-motivated, with strong administrative skills and the ability to delegate effectively.
- Client-focused and empathetic, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Outlook and Word) and Case Management Systems; prior experience with LEAP is a plus.
- Familiarity with digital dictation.
- Ability to maintain a courteous and friendly demeanour, even under pressure.
- Flexible and a team player.
Compensation and Benefits:
The base compensation will be contingent upon proven experience and qualifications. In addition, we offer a performance-related bonus and a range of other benefits.
If you are a dedicated Residential Property Solicitor looking to advance your career within a respected and award-winning law firm, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Join us in delivering exceptional legal services and making a difference in the lives of our clients.
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.