Are you an experienced solicitor seeking your next step in residential property? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, multi office firm in North Manchester.
Our client is looking to appoint a driven, dedicated, and experienced property professional to play a key role within their Residential Property team, supporting a diverse client caseload.
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000; Hours: 09:00am to 5:00pm, Office Based, Permanent Role
Salary will depend on experience and running caseload independently, together with technical ability
Residential Property Solicitor Responsibilities
* Managing a varied caseload of residential property transactions including sales, purchase, transfer of equity, shared ownership, remortgage, auction, right to buy, off plan/new build.
* Drafting, reviewing associated legal documentation
* Conducting property due diligence, title reviews and searches, and preparing reports on findings
* Liaising directly with clients, solicitors, agents, lenders, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient transaction progression
* Overseeing post-completion formalities including registrations, SDLT submissions, and file management
* Ensuring all Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and professional compliance requirements are fully met
Required Skills & Experience for Residential Property Law
* Qualified solicitor or Legal Executive with demonstrable experience in residential property law
* Solid understanding of current legislation and practice
* Experience managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
* Strong client care focus, with excellent relationship building skills
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organisational skills
* Confident communicator, both written and verbal
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal practice software
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a busy team and independently
Opportunities & Benefits in a Leading Residential Property Department
* Career progression within a reputable law firm
* Engagement with high quality, varied work in property
* Supportive team culture with ongoing training and professional development
* Competitive salary and benefits package