Residential Property Solicitor / Licensed Conveyancer

This role requires specific conveyancing qualifications and hands-on legal experience. If you have a legal background but don't yet meet all the criteria, we'd still love to hear from you.

Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.
Hybrid Working: We offer hybrid working arrangements following the successful completion of your probationary period, subject to business needs and role requirements.
A Great Place To Work Mentality
At Burgh Thorpe Solicitors, we've built a supportive, flexible, and ambitious environment where people are genuinely encouraged to grow and build long-term careers in the legal sector. We invest in our people and it shows.
As part of our continued growth, we're recruiting an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join our Conveyancing Department. If you're looking for a firm that combines high-quality legal work with a team that actually looks after you, this could be the role for you.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion. This role suits someone confident handling their own files with minimal supervision, while maintaining excellent standards of client care.Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of residential property matters from instruction through to completion, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, shared ownership, new build, remortgages, transfers of equity, and other related transactions.
• Investigating title documentation, reviewing property information, and identifying any legal risks or issues requiring further action.
• Preparing, negotiating, and approving contracts, transfer deeds, reports on title, and other conveyancing documentation.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, solicitors, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure transactions progress efficiently.
• Undertaking property searches, reviewing search results, submitting applications to the Land Registry, and raising and responding to pre-contract enquiries.
• Advising clients throughout the transaction, explaining legal processes, potential risks, and available options in a clear and practical manner.
• Ensuring all matters are conducted in accordance with regulatory obligations, including AML, GDPR, and the firm's risk management procedures.
• Maintaining accurate file records and updating the firm's case management system to ensure compliance and efficient case progression.
• Taking a proactive approach to resolving legal or procedural issues that may arise, helping to minimise delays and achieve timely completions.
• Delivering a high standard of client care by managing expectations, providing regular updates, and building strong professional relationships throughout the conveyancing process.

About You
We're looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer
• Has solid residential conveyancing experience (ideally 2+ years of managing their own caseload)
• Has excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Can follow structured processes consistently and accurately
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills
• Is proactive and confident managing a high-volume workload
• Is comfortable using digital case management systems and technology

About Us
Burgh Thorpe Solicitors is a modern boutique law firm specialising in Residential Conveyancing and Commercial Property.
We combine high-quality legal expertise with innovative technology and outstanding client service, while maintaining the approachable and personal service of a high-street firm.
We are proud of the supportive culture we have created and are committed to investing in the development and wellbeing of our people. xwwtmva
Why Join Burgh Thorpe Solicitors?

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Two additional Wellbeing Days each year
• Your birthday off as an additional paid day of leave
• A genuine focus on work-life balance
• Flexible and supportive working practices
• Clear progression and development opportunities
• Strong internal training and support
• Regular social events and team initiatives
• A collaborative and friendly working environment

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.