Solicitor (2+PQE)
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Are you a 2+PQE Solicitor with experience in Real Estate and Private Client work? Want to work for an ever-growing business with an extensive portfolio of clients?
Upon joining the firm, you will work with top-quality clients alongside experienced professionals in the Scottish Legal Market. This will give you the chance to take a step up in your career with a fast-paced, ever-growing team.
Firm
Based in the heart of the Scottish Borders and Dumfries & Galloway, this firm offers a range of legal services to meet the diverse needs of their clients. Whether it's helping with property purchases, preparing for the next generation through estate planning or providing tailored legal advice, this firm puts the client at the forefront of everything they do. Their commitment to delivering a high standard of service ensures that clients receive expert advice and personal care, no matter how complex their case may be.
Established in the 1980s, the firm has developed a rich history and an extensive network, which gives new team members the unique opportunity to tap into a wealth of local knowledge and connections.
This is your chance to work with a talented group of legal professionals, which will allow you to expand your expertise. With their guidance, you'll gain invaluable insights that will shape your career and enhance your legal skills.
This role is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to work in a close-knit, supportive environment, while also being able to learn at a dynamic and successful firm. With a strong focus on client care and professional development, you'll have the chance to grow in a well-established firm with a solid track record of success.
Candidate
The ideal candidate will have 2+PQE and exposure to sectors like property, rural land, agricultural, residential and commercial assets. The firm wants someone who has experience in taking control of their workload, following through from the foundation to the execution of the overall task.
Working in a fast-paced environment, you will need to ensure you have excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage your caseload. Within this role, there is a vast range of agricultural and rural land, so it would be necessary for the right candidate to have a basic understanding and experience of working in this practice area.
Your main duties would include:
1. Dealing with selling and buying rural property such as small holdings or agricultural property, and being knowledgeable of the legislation around that.
2. Taking on work within the private client team.
3. A good understanding of basic estate work.
4. Being able to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team.
5. Strong negotiation and communication skills, ensuring smooth transactions for all clients.
The south of Scotland is an idyllic area with several outdoor activities just on your doorstep. This would be a great opportunity for someone to join a busy firm with a diverse caseload, offering you the chance for comprehensive professional development and an excellent work-life balance.
Don't miss this opportunity to work for an up-and-coming Scottish firm, with excellent career progression opportunities and a collaborative, friendly, dynamic team.
What's on offer
6. Exposure to a large network of clients and high-value work
7. An opportunity to develop a solid reputation as a Commercial Conveyancing solicitor
8. Unmatched career development opportunities
9. Flexible working practices
10. Generous salary
11. Excellent package including financial protection measures, well-being considerations and favourable holiday/leave entitlements