Residential or Commercial Property Lawyer : Bristol (Hybrid after probation)
Our client, an established multi‑discipline legal firm, is expanding its Residential and Commercial Property teams.
The Opportunity
Seeking a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer to manage a varied caseload of residential or commercial property matters. Supported by a legal assistant/paralegal, focus on technical legal work, client care, and fee earning.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing your own caseload of residential or commercial property transactions
- Handling all legal aspects of the conveyancing process, supported by administrative staff
- Providing clear, professional communication to clients, agents, lenders and other solicitors
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and risk management requirements
- Meeting monthly and annual fee‑earning targets (set collaboratively and adjusted for new starters)
- Contributing to business development and departmental growth
- Maintaining excellent file management, organisation and attention to detail
What You’ll Bring
- 2+ years PQE as a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer
- Strong experience in residential or commercial property law
- Confidence managing a busy caseload and working to performance targets
- Excellent communication skills and a client‑focused approach
- Strong organisation, accuracy and attention to detail
- A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for building long‑term relationships
- A proactive, commercially aware approach
What Our Client Offers
Career and Professional Development
- Genuine opportunities for progression
- Funding for professional memberships
- Clear promotion pathways
- Opportunities to contribute to firm‑wide initiatives
Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle
- Hybrid working after probation
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + discretionary Christmas closure
- Additional holiday for long service
- Company pension
- Employee Assistance ProgrammeMental health support
- Free annual flu jabs
- Modern, comfortable offices with free parking
- Coaching and mentoring
Culture and Extras
- Supportive, friendly and inclusive working environment
- Regular social events and team activities
- Firm‑wide away days
- Staff discounts on legal services
- Office perks including great coffee, snacks and seasonal celebrations
