Residential Property Solicitor

Residential Property Solicitor

• Location: Sutton, Surrey
• Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid Working Available
• Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (Depending on Experience)

Join a well-established, multi-office law firm known for its strong presence across the South East. This firm combines the quality of work often associated with larger regional practices with a supportive and collaborative culture. Due to continued growth within its Property department, an opportunity has arisen for a Residential Property Solicitor to join the firm's successful Sutton office. This role offers a strong referral network, an established client base, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion.
• Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Advising on remortgages and transfers of equity.
• Dealing with new build and shared ownership transactions.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors to ensure transactions progress efficiently and proactively.
• Developing and maintaining strong client and referrer relationships.
• Supporting departmental growth and business development activities where appropriate.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer.
• Previous experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload independently.
• Strong technical knowledge of residential property transactions.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Organised and proactive approach to managing workloads.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working available.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• High-quality and varied residential property work.
• Established and loyal client base.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive team environment within a reputable regional firm.
• Opportunity to join a growing property department with long-term prospects.

To apply for this Residential Property Solicitor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please get in touch with Mark Watts at Reed Legal, your local legal recruitment specialist.