LAND & PROPERTY LAWYER (5+ YEARS PQE)
Location: Crewkerne, Somerset Full-Time or Part-Time
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Land & Property Lawyer (5+ Years PQE) on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Somerset.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a dedicated Land & Property team, taking responsibility for a varied caseload while playing an important role in the continued development of the department.
The firm offers a supportive and inclusive working environment, with genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression, including opportunities at Associate through to Salaried Partner level.
THE ROLE
Working as one of the key lawyers within the Land & Property team, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a full residential property caseload from initial instruction through to post-completion.
- Advising clients on a broad range of residential property and land law matters.
- Handling matters independently with minimal supervision.
- Working towards agreed billing, time recording and performance targets.
- Providing guidance and support to trainee lawyers and other members of the team.
- Contributing to business development, networking and the continued growth of the practice.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- A minimum of 5 years' PQE as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive.
- Strong working knowledge of residential property and land law.
- Experience managing a full caseload independently.
- The ability to work towards billing targets and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills.
- A collaborative approach, with the ability to support and guide junior colleagues.
Experience in broader land law matters, business development and knowledge of the local market would be advantageous.
SALARY & BENEFITS
- Attractive and negotiable salary package, dependent on experience.
- Full-time and part-time working arrangements considered.
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Additional half-day annual leave for your birthday.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Discretionary bonus scheme.
- Life assurance and health cash plan.
- Remote working opportunities following probation.
- Regular company social events.
- Excellent career progression opportunities, from Associate through to Salaried Partner level.
Land & Property Lawyer employer: Venn Group
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