Property Executive (Maternity cover) - Residential Property in Louth

We’re looking for a Property Executive (Maternity cover) to join our respected and fast-paced Residential Property Team, based in Louth.

The successful candidate will provide high quality legal support to Partners and Head of Department handling a range of residential property matters and including contact with clients and third parties and providing and maintaining clients with a 5* experience all round.

Main duties:

• Conduct all matters in the client's best interest and in accordance with the highest professional standards and applicable "quality" standards at all times.
• Maintain files in a neat and orderly state and ensure that each file is reviewed at least once in every 2 month period unless there is a valid reason marked on the file for not so doing.
• Regularly update clients as to the current situation of their case.
• Deal with routine and difficult enquiries from telephone callers and clients effectively and efficiently and ensure that all client complaints are dealt with both professionally and promptly to the complete satisfaction of the client.
• Ensure quality of work produced by 'support staff' is to the highest standard and aim to ensure it is right first time.
• Understand the obligations relating to client accounts and ensure the preparation and service of bills comply with the Solicitors Accounts Rules.

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage client relationships.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The ability to adopt a commercial as well as a legal approach to client issues.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Have the proven ability to work to deadlines.
• Adaptability and collaborative working.
• Professional, approachable and committed to providing excellent client service.

This role will be ideal for someone with previous legal experience and a genuine interest in supporting fee earners and developing their career within the legal sector.

With a full-service offering and a diverse client base, Wilkin Chapman Rollits continues to grow, while maintaining our commitment to quality, innovation, and client-focused service.

We know that happy, motivated employees drive success, and a strong, forward-thinking culture benefits everyone. That’s why we provide the tools, support, and opportunities our people need to thrive.

With our combined roots stretching back over 300 years, we are the largest law firm operating out of Lincolnshire and Yorkshire, with six regional locations and a place in the Lawyer UK 200. We combine deep local and sector knowledge with the strength, resources, and reach to handle any challenge—offering the best of both a large firm and a trusted, client-focused partner.

We invest in your career, offering a great benefits package and a supportive, sociable working environment. You’ll be joining a community of like-minded professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and excellence across our locations in Grimsby, Lincoln, Louth, Hull, York and Beverley.

At Wilkin Chapman Rollits, we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals from all backgrounds. We believe diversity fosters a values-led culture, fuels our growth, and creates opportunities for our colleagues to develop and succeed. As a Disability Confident and Armed Forces Friendly employer, we are dedicated to an inclusive environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.