Associate Solicitor 3+ PQE
Department: Residential Property
Salary: £60K - £75k
Hours: full time
Location: Bath. Hybrid 3 days in the office a week. Flexibility can be provided.
Job Reference: CWS442
OVERVIEW
We're working with a Top 100 UK law firm, ranked top tier in the Legal 500, with a strong reputation for residential property. We've placed candidates here before and consistently received excellent feedback on the firm's supportive culture, collaborative environment, high-quality work, and clear internal progression opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor and/or Senior Associate to handle a diverse range of transactions, provide expert legal advice, and grow their career within a team that values development, collaboration, and real work-life balance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Handle a range of residential property work, including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, leasehold/freehold matters, plot sales, and buy-to-let.
* Give practical legal advice to clients and guide them through the process from start to finish.
* Work with lenders, estate agents, surveyors, and other parties to keep transactions moving smoothly.
* Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other property documents, making sure everything is legally sound.
* Support and mentor junior team members on cases and legal issues.
* Keep accurate records, track progress, and make sure deadlines are met.
* Collaborate with colleagues to provide a seamless service for clients.
* Help grow the business through networking, client relationships, and cross-selling services.
* Stay up to date with property law and market changes to give the best advice.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
* Qualified solicitor or equivalent at least 3 years post qualified experience in residential property
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on client care and satisfaction.
* Strong leadership skills, with experience in supervising and mentoring junior staff.
* High level of attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure.
* Ability to handle a varied and demanding caseload while maintaining exceptional client service.
* Knowledge of the latest developments in residential property law and conveyancing processes.
IN RETURN:
* Bonus structure
* Career development - clear structure upon joining the firm tailored to you.
* At least 25 days holiday + bank holiday + Christmas off + buy or sell 1 week
* Life assurance policy
* Additional enhanced leave.
* Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements with a focus on work life balance.
* Discounted legal services
* Loads more!
For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)
Residential property. Conveyancing. Residential solicitor. Senior associate. Property transactions. Sales and purchases. Remortgages. Transfers of equity. Leasehold. Freehold. Buy-to-let. Legal advice. Client-focused. Mentoring. Case management. Property law. Career progression. Work-life balance. Hybrid working. Professional development. Top 100 law firm. Legal 500. Business development. Collaboration. Networking. Bonus