Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer Location: West Kirby
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
Job Type: Full Time
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working available
The Opportunity A well-established and highly regarded law firm is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor / Residential Conveyancer to join its established residential property team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or experienced Residential Property Lawyer with 3+ years' PQE to join a supportive and collaborative team where quality of work, client service and professional development are genuinely valued.
The firm has built a strong reputation for providing a high-quality, client-focused legal service and offers a positive working environment where individuals are supported to develop their careers.
Salary is up to £45,000 depending on experience , alongside a strong benefits package and hybrid working.
About You The successful candidate will ideally have at least 3 years' PQE or equivalent experience in residential conveyancing and be confident managing a caseload of residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion.
You will be an organised, commercially aware and client-focused Residential Property Solicitor or Conveyancer who can work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
You should have:
3+ years' PQE or equivalent residential conveyancing experience
Strong knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures
Experience managing residential property transactions from instruction to completion
Excellent communication and client care skills
Strong organisational and case management abilities
Excellent attention to detail
The ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
Experience dealing with lenders, estate agents and other third parties
A proactive and solutions-focused approach
The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
Commercial awareness and an understanding of the residential property market
An interest in networking and business development
Key Responsibilities As a Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer, you will manage a varied caseload of residential property matters, including:
Taking instructions from clients and providing clear, practical legal advice
Managing residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion
Dealing with sales, purchases and associated conveyancing matters
Liaising with clients, lenders, mortgage brokers, estate agents and other solicitors
Reviewing contracts, searches, survey reports and mortgage offers
Advising clients on property ownership and associated legal issues
Ensuring compliance with lender requirements
Conducting client due diligence, conflict checks and ongoing risk assessments
Dealing with source of funds and source of wealth requirements
Advising clients on SDLT and other transaction-related liabilities
Drafting and reviewing contracts, transfer documents, SDLT forms and other conveyancing documentation
Managing exchange of contracts and completion deadlines
Maintaining regular communication with clients and keeping them updated throughout transactions
Dealing with post-completion requirements, including Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions
Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring all key dates are diarised
Ensuring compliance with professional, regulatory and internal procedures
Accurately recording time and adhering to billing and performance targets
Contributing to business development, networking and relationship-building activity where appropriate
Salary & Benefits Salary up to £45,000 DOE
20–25 days' annual leave depending on experience
23 days' holiday for candidates joining with 3+ years' PQE
25 days' holiday for candidates with 5+ years' PQE
Bank holidays
Additional 3 days' leave between Christmas and New Year
Hybrid working available
Paid sick leave
Dependants' leave
Birthday leave
Two…