Senior Residential Property Fee Earner (5+ Years PQE)
Advance your legal career with our award-winning Residential Property team. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help us continue delivering outstanding service.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Residential Property Fee Earner with 5+ years PQE to join our growing team. If you have a passion for property law and a strong track record of handling all aspects of residential conveyancing, we want to hear from you!
Role Overview
As a Senior Residential Property Fee Earner, you will manage your own caseload of residential property matters from instruction through to completion, supervise and develop junior team members, act as a point of escalation, ensure consistent quality of service, and help drive process improvements within the department.
Responsibilities
* Manage a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, lease extensions, and transfers of equity.
* Supervise, mentor, and support junior fee earners and conveyancing assistants, offering guidance on technical and procedural matters.
* Conduct title reviews, draft and approve legal documents, and ensure compliance with regulatory and firm standards.
* Maintain high levels of client care, including direct client contact, and provide clear, commercially minded advice.
* Work closely with the wider management team to enhance operational efficiency, improve client experience, and support growth.
* Monitor caseload progression within the team, identifying potential issues early and ensuring timely resolutions.
Requirements
* Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with at least 5+ years PQE in residential property.
* Proven experience in managing a wide range of residential property matters independently and efficiently.
* Previous experience in a supervisory or mentoring capacity, with a collaborative and approachable leadership style.
* Strong knowledge of the conveyancing process, including title checking and drafting.
* Excellent client care and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
* High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines effectively.
* Proficiency with case management systems is desirable.
Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.
* Exposure to a diverse range of property transactions and professional development opportunities.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
Ready to make a difference? We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing exceptional service, excited to be part of a winning team, and embraces our core values of Growth, Relationships, Ambition, Collaboration, and Excellence. If that sounds like you, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications to Lara Drijver, Resourcing Operations Manager, at careers@herrington-carmichael.com.
Herrington Carmichael is dedicated to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all. We commit to fair and transparent recruitment processes and provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities upon request. A diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and success.
Equivalency and Contact
To apply or learn more, submit your CV and cover letter to the email above. If you have any questions about the role, please contact us through the posted channel.
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