Boutique Law Firm
South East London
3+PQE

Our client is a boutique law firm based in South-East London looking for a high-calibre Residential Conveyancing Solicitor with a minimum of 3 year's PQE. The ideal candidate will be confident managing a complex caseload and have excellent client care and communication skills across all levels.

The role requires sound technical expertise across all aspects of Conveyancing and the undertaking of fee-earning work across predominantly residential (both freehold and leasehold) matters, with some limited exposure to commercial property work. A firm but fair approach to advising clients is essential, as well as the ability to work independently and as a member of the office team.

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing a range of property matters from initial instruction through to matter conclusion
• Providing cost estimates to new clients
• Opening files and progressing matters in line with the firm and SRA's procedures
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, commercial agents, mortgage lenders and Solicitors by telephone, post, e-mail or in person, as necessary, at every stage of the transaction
• Undertaking any additional relevant tasks including dealing with pre-exchange of contract work, title reports, searches, raising enquiries etc.
• Managing post-exchange work and registrations, including completion statements
• Contributing to business development activity and networking events on behalf of the firm
• Providing support to colleagues in the Property department, as required

This is a fantastic opportunity for any ambitious Residential Property lawyer looking to progress their career at an award-winning firm, dealing with an interesting and diverse client base as part of a friendly and market-leading team with a fantastic flexible working policy.

Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Jamie Parsons at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working on a variety of other Residential Property opportunities with ranked teams in London so would be interested in talking to any Residential Conveyancing Solicitor.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.