Opportunity: Land and Property Lawyer : Residential Property Focus (5+ PQE)
Location: Crewkerne (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Up to 95,000 + Bonus
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a well:established and highly respected regional law firm with a strong presence across Dorset and Somerset, at an exciting point in its growth journey.
The role is a succession hire following the retirement of a senior Partner, meaning you will inherit an established and active caseload alongside long:standing client relationships from day one.
The firm is expanding and evolving, and this role offers something increasingly rare in the market: real scope to shape your position, influence how the team develops and progress your career in a way that reflects your strengths and ambitions. Whether youre looking to step into an Senior Associate position or progress towards Salaried Partner level, there is flexibility here to mould the role around the right person.
Youll be joining a supportive and collaborative Land and Property team where quality of work, autonomy and long:term relationships with clients are genuinely valued.
The Role:
As a key member of the Land and Property team, youll take ownership of a varied residential property and land:focused caseload, handling matters from instruction through to post:completion with minimal supervision.
Youll be trusted with responsibility from day one, including:
Managing a full residential property caseload independently Working to billing and time:recording targets Supporting and mentoring junior team members, including trainees and support staff Playing an active role in business development and local networking Building and maintaining strong client relationships across the local market Contributing to the wider growth and development of the department
A broader understanding of land law and rural property work would be highly advantageous, along with a genuine interest in the local area and market.
What We Are Looking For:
Were keen to speak with experienced Property Lawyers who are looking for more than just another fee:earning role. Youll ideally bring:
5+ years PQE as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Strong background in residential property and land law Confidence managing your own caseload with limited supervision Experience (or appetite) for supervising and supporting junior colleagues Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines A proactive approach to business development and networking Excellent communication skills and a professional, client:focused approach Confidence using case management systems and digital dictation tools A genuine interest in building long:term client and community relationships
Local market knowledge or a connection to the Dorset/Somerset area would be a real advantage but not essential for the right person.
What Is on Offer:
25:30 days holiday plus bank holidays (plus a half:day for your birthday) Enhanced pension scheme Discretionary bonus scheme Life assurance 4x salary Health cash plan Private health insurance A genuinely supportive and social team culture Clear opportunities for progression
Why This Role?
This is a chance to join a firm that is investing in its future and actively growing its property offering. You wont be stepping into a rigid or overly prescriptive structure : instead, youll have the freedom to make your mark, develop your practice and play a key role in shaping the direction of the team.
If youre looking for a platform where you can combine autonomy, progression and high:quality work within a down:to:earth and supportive environment, this could be exactly the right next step.
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, re