Are you a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor looking for a firm that genuinely values people as much as performance?
Do you enjoy delivering technically strong advice while being part of a supportive, collaborative team?
Are you motivated by high standards, flexibility, and the opportunity to grow your career in a values‑led environment?
Gillespie Recruitment are pleased to be working with an award‑winning, Legal 500‑recognised law firm to recruit a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor to join their established and highly regarded conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor or licensed conveyancer with solid residential experience who is looking to join a firm that combines technical excellence, flexibility, and a genuine commitment to personal development.
The Role
This position sits within a well‑structured Residential Conveyancing team that works collaboratively in small “pods”, placing a strong emphasis on teamwork, shared knowledge, and client care.
You will support the pod lead with day‑to‑day file management, provide technical input on conveyancing matters, and help ensure clients receive a smooth, professional, and responsive service throughout their transaction.
The firm promotes flexible working and trusts its people to manage their workload responsibly, focusing on outcomes rather than rigid working patterns.
Key Responsibilities
Residential Conveyancing Work
- Managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters
- Reporting on title and raising enquiries for freehold, leasehold, and unregistered property
- Preparing clear, client‑friendly reports and correspondence
- Supporting lender clients and meeting lender requirements
- Running files independently with minimal supervision
Team & Practice Support
- Supporting and supervising conveyancing assistants where required
- Providing cover and technical support within the pod when needed
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to meet shared goals
- Maintaining high standards of client service and communication
Business Development & Profile Building
- Generating work through personal contacts and professional relationships
- Participating in networking, events, and business development activity
- Contributing to articles, thought leadership, or internal knowledge sharing
- Building a reputation as a trusted and approachable conveyancing professional
About You
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer
- Ideally 2+ years’ experience in residential conveyancing
- Strong technical knowledge across freehold, leasehold, and unregistered property
- Confident communicator with clients and colleagues
- Excellent organisation and time‑management skills
- Ability to work proactively and manage competing deadlines
Personal Attributes
- Takes pride in delivering exceptional client service
- Works well both independently and as part of a team
- Proactive, approachable, and professional
- Keen to continue learning and developing your career
- Aligned with strong professional and ethical standards
Values & Culture
This firm is proud of its people‑first culture and is seeking someone who aligns with its core values of:
- Cooperation – supporting clients and colleagues
- Courage – being ambitious and thinking big
- Excellence – consistently delivering high standards
- Integrity – openness, honesty, and transparency
- Kindness – valuing people, wellbeing, and community
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary plus firm‑wide annual bonus scheme
- Flexible working approach (full‑time, 35 hours per week)
- 25 days annual leave plus additional Christmas closure
- Enhanced long‑service holiday entitlement
- 4% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance (3x salary)
- Comprehensive employee assistance programme
- Health and wellbeing benefits, rewards, and discounts
- Cycle to work and electric car salary sacrifice schemes
- Supportive internal working groups and staff initiatives
- Clear commitment to development and internal progression
Apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment to discuss this opportunity in confidence.
