About The Role
We're actively recruiting for an energetic and driven Residential Property Solicitor from NQ to 2 years' PQE to join our growing conveyancing team based in our Brighton office.
This is a fantastic opportunity for solicitors looking to grow their expertise in freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity, with support from the wider team.
Role Requirements And Responsibilities
At Britton and Time Solicitors, we have a fresh outlook on the law. We're looking for individuals looking to progress and grow their legal knowledge, while delivering high standards of client care and legal work. Our team are known for their fearlessness in tackling challenges, embracing innovation, and thrive on collaborative problem-solving.
Key responsibilities for this role include:
Running your own residential conveyancing caseload in tandem with conveyancing assistants
Providing clear and informative updates and advice to clients on their case
Ensuring compliance with regulatory and lender requirements
Building relationships with local landlords, estate agents, investors and developers
Identifying, advising on and rectifying any title irregularities
Ensuring any post-completion queries are resolved
Managing files well to meet deadlines while adhering to established precedents
The ideal candidate will:
Possess good organisational skills
Maintain a confident and personable approach to liaising with clients
Be comfortable retaining accountability to clients for their caseload
Anticipate and respond to client needs in a timely manner
Enjoy working in a small, but growing team in a larger organisation
Draft clear and concise correspondence
Be commercially-aware
Be familiar with cloud-based case management systems
All candidates must be qualified to practice as a solicitor in England and Wales and have the right to live and work in the UK.
About The Firm
Britton and Time Solicitors are a local multi-discipline firm that started operating in 2020 out of Hove, and who have gone on to become one of the fastest-growing law firms in Sussex, with a second office in Mayfair, London, and a third in Brighton.
Our Property Litigation team falls under the wider Litigation team, led by Paul Britton, which encompasses several practice areas, and has been recognised nationally and in the press for its work in the contentious probate case and appeal of Rea vs Rea, which clarified the law surrounding will disputes.
At a wider level, the firm has been recognised nationally as winners of the 'Rising Star' category at the STEP Private Client Awards 2024, and as a finalist in the 'Outstanding Partner to the Legacy Sector' category of the Legacy Giving Awards 2024.
As a firm, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, regardless of background.
With aspirations to become one of the largest regional players in the South East, we're looking for exceptional people to join our growing firm.
What We Can Offer You
We understand that people perform at their best when they are taken care of, enjoy their work, and feel supported. At Britton and Time Solicitors, we are continuously enhancing our reward packages to ensure our staff feel appreciated and valued. As we expand, our benefits, rewards, and perks are becoming even more enticing. Here's a glimpse of what you'll have access to:
Hybrid working with a choice of up to 3 days working from home and 2 days based in the office
Comprehensive Aviva private medical insurance ensures that you receive the best care when you need it most
Group life cover (death in service) for peace of mind and financial security
Celebrate your birthday with an exclusive day off
Enhanced annual leave based on your length of service
Fantastic development opportunities within the company as we expand
Access to our self-led online learning and development resources
Invitations to attend exclusive networking and industry events, and the opportunity to make contributions to national media
Free parking at our Brighton office
Workplace pension scheme
Numerous staff engagement activities and initiatives throughout the year
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Flexitime
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
Private medical insurance
Work from home
Application question(s):
Are you a qualified solicitor in England and Wales?
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brighton BN1 8YA