Residential Conveyancing Solicitor / Conveyancer
5+ Years' PQE | Peterborough or Stamford | Hybrid
We are recruiting on behalf of a respected regional firm seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join their established Property team.
The Role
Permanent, full-time position – 37.5 hours per week
Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (including a 1-hour lunch break)
Hybrid working available following a settling-in period
Some travel required, with occasional out-of-hours attendance for networking, meetings and training
Key Responsibilities
Manage a diverse residential caseload, including freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity
Handle complex matters such as Shared Ownership, New Builds and Lease Extensions
Progress files proactively, liaising effectively with all parties to ensure smooth transactions
Resolve title defects and technical issues promptly
Advise on matters involving personal representatives, attorneys, trusts and matrimonial issues
Complete post-completion work independently
Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements
Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues as needed
Develop and maintain strong local professional networks
Candidate Profile
Qualified Solicitor, Licenced Conveyancer or Chartered Legal Executive
Minimum of five years' PQE or equivalent relevant experience
Proven ability to manage a full caseload with minimal supervision
Extensive technical conveyancing experience, including complex transactions
Commercially aware with excellent client care skills
Confident user of case management systems and Microsoft Office
Organised, analytical and composed under pressure
Strong local knowledge and professional connections within Peterborough or Stamford
What We Offer
Enhanced annual leave entitlement, plus all UK Bank Holidays
Birthday leave
Additional leave on Christmas Eve (full day) and New Year's Eve (half day), where applicable
Private healthcare options through Bupa
Healthcare cashback scheme
5% matched pension contributions
Option to purchase up to five additional days’ leave
Group Life Assurance (4x annual salary)
If this opportunity interests you, please contact Sam Oliver on (phone number removed) or forward your most recent CV to (url removed).
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