Residential Property Solicitor / Licensed Conveyancer
Location: Chester (hybrid working)
Salary: £45,000 to £65,000 (depending on experience)
Experience: 5+ years’ PQE (or equivalent) in Residential Conveyancing (flexible for the right person)
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer to join our client’s Residential Property team in Chester. You will manage your own caseload from instruction through to completion, delivering clear advice and a smooth, efficient service to clients.
Our client is continuing to grow, with a strong focus on developing its people, investing in training, and creating clear career pathways. If you are looking for a role where you can build long‑term relationships and progress your career in a supportive environment, this could be a great fit.
You will take ownership of a varied residential conveyancing caseload and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the Chester office. The team values a proactive, client‑focused approach, with high standards of service and a collaborative culture.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing a residential conveyancing caseload from inception to completion
- Advising clients clearly and confidently throughout the transaction
- Progressing matters efficiently, managing deadlines and keeping all parties updated
- Building strong client relationships and supporting repeat instructions
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of client care
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales) or Licensed Conveyancer
- Strong residential conveyancing experience within a law firm environment
- Confident running your own caseload with a proactive, organised approach
- Excellent communication and client‑handling skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering a high‑quality service
Desirable
- Around 5+ years’ PQE (or equivalent) in residential conveyancing, although flexibility exists for the right person
- Interest in supporting the growth of the Chester office through strong client relationships and local engagement
Why Join
Our client places real emphasis on training and development, with opportunities to build skills, technical expertise and progress your career. The culture is values‑led, collaborative and commercially minded, with a clear focus on delivering excellent work and supporting colleagues.
What’s On Offer
- Annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)
- Wellness and wellbeing support, including counselling and mental health first aiders
- Workplace pension scheme
- Enhanced parental leave entitlements
- Hybrid working model (where applicable)
- Death in service cover (3x basic annual salary)
- Critical illness cover (3x basic annual salary)
- Healthcare cash plan
- Cycle‑to‑work scheme, tech scheme and season ticket loan
- Learning and development opportunities
Location & Working Arrangements
- Chester
- Full‑time, permanent
- Hybrid working supported
