At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage residential conveyancing cases and mentor junior team members.
- Company: Established law firm with a strong reputation in the property sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and potential for part-time hours.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and leadership development.
- Why this job: Join a respected firm and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 6+ years' experience in residential conveyancing and strong client care skills.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
Location: Bristol - Aztec West
Working Pattern: Office-Based
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Part-Time: Considered
TSR Legal are pleased to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded law firm with a strong national reputation in the property sector, in their search for an experienced Senior Residential Conveyancer / Solicitor to join their Bristol team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential property professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and established legal environment.
The successful candidate will manage a varied and manageable residential conveyancing caseload from initial instruction through to post-completion, while also taking on a degree of supervision and mentoring responsibility within the team.
The Role
- You will work closely with the Legal Director and Head of Private Client Residential, taking responsibility for your own residential conveyancing caseload while supporting the wider team.
- The role would suit an experienced residential conveyancer who enjoys client contact, has strong technical knowledge and is confident providing guidance and support to colleagues.
- Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion and post-completion.
- Providing a high standard of client care and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.
- Dealing with transactions efficiently, accurately and within required deadlines.
- Liaising with clients, solicitors, lenders, estate agents and other third parties throughout the conveyancing process.
- Working closely with Legal Secretaries, Paralegals and Trainee Paralegals to ensure matters progress smoothly.
- Providing supervision, guidance and support to colleagues within the team, including stepping into a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Legal Director.
- Identifying and resolving issues proactively and taking ownership of matters through to completion.
- Maintaining accurate electronic and paper-based client records.
- Supporting the continued development of the team through mentoring and knowledge sharing.
- Contributing positively to the wider team and acting as an ambassador for the firm.
- Keeping up to date with relevant legal, regulatory and technological developments.
About You
We are looking for an experienced residential property professional with a strong technical understanding of the conveyancing process and a genuine focus on delivering excellent client service. You will ideally have:
- Qualification as a Solicitor, FCILEx or CLC Registered Conveyancer.
- 6+ years' PQE / equivalent experience is desirable.
- Strong experience handling a residential conveyancing caseload independently.
- A detailed understanding of residential property law and current conveyancing procedures.
- Excellent client care and communication skills.
- Previous supervisory, mentoring or team support experience, or the confidence to take on these responsibilities.
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- The ability to work collaboratively with support staff and other fee earners.
- Confidence working in a pressurised environment while maintaining a positive and professional approach.
- Strong IT skills and the ability to adapt to new systems and technological developments.
What's on Offer?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and respected law firm where you will have the opportunity to take ownership of a varied residential conveyancing caseload while also developing your supervisory and leadership responsibilities. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, alongside the opportunity to become an integral part of an established residential property team. Regular office attendance is expected, with part-time hours also potentially available.
Senior Residential Conveyancer / Solicitor in Bristol employer: TSR Legal
Join a well-established Cardiff law firm that prides itself on fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture. As a Residential & Commercial Property Legal Assistant, you'll benefit from direct mentorship by an experienced Director, gaining invaluable exposure to diverse property transactions while enjoying long-term career development opportunities. With a competitive salary and a focus on employee growth, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding path in the legal field.
