Associate Solicitor

Tees Law is a Top 200 UK law firm, with over 400 dedicated professionals across our five offices. We offer expert legal services and independent financial advice to a wide range of clients, including individuals, businesses, professional partnerships, charities, schools, multi-academy trusts, and national corporations.

Founded in 1913, Tees has grown from a traditional family firm with strong community roots into a modern, forward-thinking practice. Our vision is simple: to be the firm of choice for exceptional service, quality of life and doing business responsibly.

At Tees, we believe in open, honest, and empathetic communication. No matter how complex the situation, we offer clear, long-term solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Drawing on over a century of experience, we proactively anticipate challenges and share insights to help our clients achieve a better future.

Our mission: helping people to a better future.

Are you a passionate Residential Property Associate Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or CILEX professional looking to take the next step in your career?

We are seeking a talented legal professional to join our Residential Property team in Bishop's Stortford. This is an excellent opportunity to manage your own caseload, work alongside experienced senior lawyers, and build lasting relationships with clients while delivering exceptional legal services.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values professional development, client care, commercial awareness, and community engagement.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of residential property matters from instruction through to completion.
• Provide high-quality legal advice and an exceptional client experience.
• Handle residential sales, purchases, re-mortgages, equity release, shared ownership and lease extension matters.
• Support senior lawyers on complex transactions and provide cover when required.
• Maintain accurate time recording, billing and case management. Use technology to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with clients, referrers and colleagues.
• Contribute to networking, marketing and business development activities.
• Keep up to date with developments in Residential Property law and industry best practice.

What we are looking for:

• A qualified Assoicate Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) or Licensed Conveyancer.
• Demonstrable experience handling a broad range of Residential Property matters.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.

Why Tees:

• Quality work with a diverse residential property caseload.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Exposure to business development and networking opportunities.
• The chance to make a genuine impact for clients and the wider community.

Our commitment to you:

At Tees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career development, including:

Professional development: Access to training programmes and a wide range of career development resources.

Health and wellness: Wellness initiatives and mental health support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Financial benefits: Competitive salaries and discretionary payments.

Supportive work environment: An inclusive, collaborative culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to contribute and grow.

Work life balance: Generous annual leave, plus your birthday off to celebrate in your own way, with the option to purchase additional holiday for even greater flexibility.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, inclusive of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, socioeconomic background, caregiving responsibilities, and any other lived experience that makes you uniquely you.

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