Full job descriptionResidential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer Location: West Kirby
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
Job Type: Full Time
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working available

The Opportunity A well-established and highly regarded law firm is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor / Residential Conveyancer to join its established residential property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or experienced Residential Property Lawyer with 3+ years’ PQE to join a supportive and collaborative team where quality of work, client service and professional development are genuinely valued.

The firm has built a strong reputation for providing a high-quality, client-focused legal service and offers a positive working environment where individuals are supported to develop their careers.

Salary is up to £45,000 depending on experience, alongside a strong benefits package and hybrid working.

About You The successful candidate will ideally have at least 3 years’ PQE or equivalent experience in residential conveyancing and be confident managing a caseload of residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion and post-completion.

You will be an organised, commercially aware and client-focused Residential Property Solicitor or Conveyancer who can work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

You should have:

*3+ years’ PQE or equivalent residential conveyancing experience
*Strong knowledge of residential property law and conveyancing procedures
*Experience managing residential property transactions from instruction to completion
*Excellent communication and client care skills
*Strong organisational and case management abilities
*Excellent attention to detail
*The ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
*Experience dealing with lenders, estate agents and other third parties
*A proactive and solutions-focused approach
*The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
*Commercial awareness and an understanding of the residential property market
*An interest in networking and business development
Key Responsibilities As a Residential Property Solicitor / Conveyancer, you will manage a varied caseload of residential property matters, including:

*Taking instructions from clients and providing clear, practical legal advice
*Managing residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion
*Dealing with sales, purchases and associated conveyancing matters
*Liaising with clients, lenders, mortgage brokers, estate agents and other solicitors
*Reviewing contracts, searches, survey reports and mortgage offers
*Advising clients on property ownership and associated legal issues
*Ensuring compliance with lender requirements
*Conducting client due diligence, conflict checks and ongoing risk assessments
*Dealing with source of funds and source of wealth requirements
*Advising clients on SDLT and other transaction-related liabilities
*Drafting and reviewing contracts, transfer documents, SDLT forms and other conveyancing documentation
*Managing exchange of contracts and completion deadlines
*Maintaining regular communication with clients and keeping them updated throughout transactions
*Dealing with post-completion requirements, including Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions
*Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring all key dates are diarised
*Ensuring compliance with professional, regulatory and internal procedures
*Accurately recording time and adhering to billing and performance targets
*Contributing to business development, networking and relationship-building activity where appropriate
Salary & Benefits*Salary up to £45,000 DOE
*20–25 days’ annual leave depending on experience
*23 days’ holiday for candidates joining with 3+ years’ PQE
*25 days’ holiday for candidates with 5+ years’ PQE
*Bank holidays
*Additional 3 days’ leave between Christmas and New Year
*Hybrid working available
*Paid sick leave
*Dependants’ leave
*Birthday leave
*Two paid volunteering days per year
*Health benefits through Medicash after qualifying service
*Staff discounts on Wills, LPAs and Residential Conveyancing
*Wellbeing initiatives and social events
*Bonus and reward schemes
*Employee referral programme
*Employee recognition scheme
*Quarterly client care rewards
*Structured performance reviews and career development
*Annual salary and bonus review
Working Arrangements The role offers hybrid working, although the successful candidate will ideally be office-based during their initial six-month probationary period to allow them to fully integrate into the team, systems and working practices.

Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor, Residential Conveyancer, Licensed Conveyancer or experienced Property Lawyer looking for a long-term career with an established firm that genuinely values its people.

You will join a supportive residential property team, benefit from structured development and enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working once established in the role.

Apply now for a confidential discussion about this Residential Property Solicitor opportunity.