Senior Residential Conveyancing Solicitor

The Eventus Recruitment Group are seeking a Senior Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join a highly reputable Legal 500 law firm in Stockport. This is a full‑time, permanent opportunity offering a senior position within a well‑established and growing residential property team. In addition to a competitive salary they offer a fantastic benefits package including additional annual leave, your birthday off, private health care, life cover and a host of well‑being perks.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of residential property matters independently, while also supporting the wider team and contributing to the firm’s continued growth.
• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from inception to completion with minimal supervision.
• Conducting matters in accordance with Lexcel standards, SRA Code of Conduct and internal risk management procedures.
• Generating fee income and managing time recording, WIP, billing and cash collection in line with agreed targets.
• Supervising and supporting colleagues, including cover during absences and holidays.
• Providing guidance and oversight to junior team members where required.
• Actively participating in business development, marketing, networking and referral activities.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts.
• Attending clients in person and by telephone, delivering a professional and high‑quality client care experience.
• Managing correspondence and documentation through the firm’s case management system.
• Attending and contributing to team and group meetings.
• Supporting the development of new work from existing clients and attracting new clients to the firm.

Person Specification

• Applications are welcomed from experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitors who are comfortable working at a senior level and handling matters independently.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience handling residential conveyancing matters.
• Qualification as a Solicitor, Legal Executive, Licensed Conveyancer or equivalent.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload unsupervised.
• Experience supervising or supporting colleagues (desirable).
• Strong technical knowledge of residential property transactions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• A proactive, efficient and collaborative approach.
• Confidence using case management systems and modern IT tools.

Benefits and Rewards

• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off + Christmas closure (up to 36 days total).
• Additional annual leave with long service.
• Life cover – 4 × annual salary.
• Private healthcare.
• Healthcare cashback scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Christmas bonus.
• Voucher reward schemes.
• Discounted legal services.
• Spring, Summer and Christmas social events.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

About the Company

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected Legal 500 firm in Stockport, recognised across multiple practice areas. The firm is known for delivering high-quality legal services to a loyal client base across the North West and nationally. With a strong emphasis on staff development, teamwork and client care, the firm offers a supportive and forward-thinking environment for senior legal professionals. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.