Are you Looking to work with an award-winning local firm that puts their clients and staff at the forefront of all they do? We are excited to be looking for a Commercial Property Solicitor/Senior Associate to join a growing, friendly and supportive team. Experience & Skills Achieve billing, time and fee earning targets set and co-operate with the firm's credit control arrangements Proven project and time management skills A confident and professional manner Work effectively within a team but also as a leader Be professional, organised, competent, enthusiastic, and ambitious. Be able to work independently and as part of a team with other fee earners, providing advice and assistance whenever needed to develop knowledge and skills within the rest of the team. Good experience in the following practice areas is a requisite: Commercial leases/occupiers (grants/surrenders/assignments/ LTA 54 renewals); Grant of easements; Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals Options and overage; and Property finance (e.g. debentures/charges) The ideal candidate would also have either good or some working experience in the following areas: Commercial and residential development sites including: conditional sale agreements site assembly ransom strips options sub-station leases collaboration/JV agreements promotion agreements Acting for landowners in respect of sales to developers (experience of developers requirements) Ancillary knowledge of planning law/construction process. Agricultural work including: Agricultural law Farm Business Tenancies/Occupational agreements Estate management Entitlements Benefits: Agile working (up to 40% working from home) 25 days' holiday (FTE) (plus statutory holidays) Pension scheme Death-in-service/Life assurance benefit scheme Critical illness insurance cover Eye care voucher A structured career progression plan tailored to you and with the aim of enabling you to achieve your career goals and ambitions including up to Partnership. Salary dependant on experience For more information, please apply with your CV.
Jul 11, 2026
Full time
Are you Looking to work with an award-winning local firm that puts their clients and staff at the forefront of all they do? We are excited to be looking for a Commercial Property Solicitor/Senior Associate to join a growing, friendly and supportive team. Experience & Skills Achieve billing, time and fee earning targets set and co-operate with the firm's credit control arrangements Proven project and time management skills A confident and professional manner Work effectively within a team but also as a leader Be professional, organised, competent, enthusiastic, and ambitious. Be able to work independently and as part of a team with other fee earners, providing advice and assistance whenever needed to develop knowledge and skills within the rest of the team. Good experience in the following practice areas is a requisite: Commercial leases/occupiers (grants/surrenders/assignments/ LTA 54 renewals); Grant of easements; Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals Options and overage; and Property finance (e.g. debentures/charges) The ideal candidate would also have either good or some working experience in the following areas: Commercial and residential development sites including: conditional sale agreements site assembly ransom strips options sub-station leases collaboration/JV agreements promotion agreements Acting for landowners in respect of sales to developers (experience of developers requirements) Ancillary knowledge of planning law/construction process. Agricultural work including: Agricultural law Farm Business Tenancies/Occupational agreements Estate management Entitlements Benefits: Agile working (up to 40% working from home) 25 days' holiday (FTE) (plus statutory holidays) Pension scheme Death-in-service/Life assurance benefit scheme Critical illness insurance cover Eye care voucher A structured career progression plan tailored to you and with the aim of enabling you to achieve your career goals and ambitions including up to Partnership. Salary dependant on experience For more information, please apply with your CV.
Your new firm Our client is a highly regarded regional law firm with a strong reputation for excellence and growth. Recognised by leading legal directories and regularly winning industry awards, the firm is known for its collaborative culture, client-focused approach, and commitment to professional development. With ambitious plans for expansion, they continue to invest in their people and services. Your new role This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified lawyer to join a thriving Residential Property team. You will manage a varied caseload of property transactions from start to finish, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, and lease extensions. The role involves direct client contact, drafting and reviewing documentation, and ensuring smooth and efficient transactions. You will also have the chance to contribute to process improvements and team development initiatives. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in residential property. You will have strong technical knowledge of conveyancing processes, excellent client care skills, and the ability to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision are essential. Attention to detail, organisational ability, and proficiency with case management systems will be advantageous. What you'll get in return You'll join a collaborative team within a firm that values professional development and quality work. With flexible and hybrid working options available, this is an excellent opportunity for lawyers seeking high-quality property work in a supportive environment. The firm offers a competitive package and benefits designed to promote work-life balance and long-term career growth. What you need to do now If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further information, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. If this role isn't quite right for you but you're exploring new opportunities, we'd still love to hear from you. We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
Your new firm Our client is a highly regarded regional law firm with a strong reputation for excellence and growth. Recognised by leading legal directories and regularly winning industry awards, the firm is known for its collaborative culture, client-focused approach, and commitment to professional development. With ambitious plans for expansion, they continue to invest in their people and services. Your new role This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified lawyer to join a thriving Residential Property team. You will manage a varied caseload of property transactions from start to finish, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, and lease extensions. The role involves direct client contact, drafting and reviewing documentation, and ensuring smooth and efficient transactions. You will also have the chance to contribute to process improvements and team development initiatives. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in residential property. You will have strong technical knowledge of conveyancing processes, excellent client care skills, and the ability to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision are essential. Attention to detail, organisational ability, and proficiency with case management systems will be advantageous. What you'll get in return You'll join a collaborative team within a firm that values professional development and quality work. With flexible and hybrid working options available, this is an excellent opportunity for lawyers seeking high-quality property work in a supportive environment. The firm offers a competitive package and benefits designed to promote work-life balance and long-term career growth. What you need to do now If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further information, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. If this role isn't quite right for you but you're exploring new opportunities, we'd still love to hear from you. We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 42% of our partnership. The team you will join Our leasehold enfranchisement practice comprises fee-earners from both the Residential Real Estate team and the Real Estate Disputes team. The Residential Real Estate team comprises 70 members operating out of 6 of our 7 offices. The Real Estate Disputes team comprises of over 40 members operating out of all offices. Our leasehold enfranchisement practice operates on a national basis regardless of the location of the practice members We have a vacancy within the leasehold enfranchisement practice for a Senior Associate or Legal Director who can work across both enfranchisement and leasehold residential real estate matters. The leasehold enfranchisement practice is currently made up of two Partners, five fee earners and one assistant, working alongside a secretarial pool. Together the team advise on all aspects of leasehold enfranchisement, both non-contentious and contentious. Beyond the core practice, there are supporting, specialist fee-earners in our corporate and tax teams, which ensure our clients receive a seamless end-to-end enfranchisement service. The work you will be doing You will work within the specialist area of enfranchisement and provide a supporting role to the residential property team on more complex transactional areas such as, the disposal of blocks of flats outside the right of first refusal, reviewing the grant of new leases, assisting in the sale or purchase of property with the benefit of a range of enfranchisement claims and to actively grow the enfranchisement sector. Responsibilities include: Responsible for day-to-day management of a caseload including 1993 Act collective enfranchisement and lease extensions, 1967 Act enfranchisement and lease extensions, 1987 Act rights of first refusal Acting for a client base comprising landlords and tenants including public bodies and social landlords Providing strategic advice on structuring the grant of leases to avoid the application of the 1987 Act Acting on voluntary lease extension matters both on volume lease extension matters and individual lease extensions Drafting, advising on and implementing participation agreements and deeds of adherence for collective enfranchisement and 1987 Act acquisitions Reviewing and advising on existing leases and the grant of new leases as part of the Residential Real Estate Team's financing practice Acting on the voluntary disposal or acquisition of blocks of flats Assisting the Residential Real Estate Team with deeds of variation and licences to assign Assisting the Residential Real Estate Team and advising clients independently on licences for alterations Dealing with claims in the First Tier Tribunal and/or Court (desirable but not essential) Actively marketing the sector including regular business development meetings with the sector members, writing articles, commenting on upcoming legislation, etc Attending leasehold enfranchisement training and social events e.g. through ALEP Working alongside and developing relationships with enfranchisement valuers Assisting with the development of processes and precedents within the enfranchisement sector Providing guidance and support to junior practice-members on a cross-office basis including formal training of paralegals Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for A minimum of 6 years PQE in a professional legal environment Contribute to thought leadership and sector-focused marketing initiatives Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team development Established client base or network (preferred but not essential) Experience building credibility and trust through effective relationships To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation Experience of leasehold enfranchisement with a proven ability to meet the demands of all areas of enfranchisement matters, including the cross-over between enfranchisement and residential real estate. Experience in the continuous aspects of enfranchisement is also welcomed. You should also have experience of training and managing junior team members and be willing and able to undertake line-management responsibilities. A will have a proven track record of active marketing within this specialist sector and growing new relationships. Applicants that have experience of the contentious side of leasehold enfranchisement are also encouraged to apply for this role. Hybrid Working Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Benefits As a Birketts colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years cont
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 42% of our partnership. The team you will join Our leasehold enfranchisement practice comprises fee-earners from both the Residential Real Estate team and the Real Estate Disputes team. The Residential Real Estate team comprises 70 members operating out of 6 of our 7 offices. The Real Estate Disputes team comprises of over 40 members operating out of all offices. Our leasehold enfranchisement practice operates on a national basis regardless of the location of the practice members We have a vacancy within the leasehold enfranchisement practice for a Senior Associate or Legal Director who can work across both enfranchisement and leasehold residential real estate matters. The leasehold enfranchisement practice is currently made up of two Partners, five fee earners and one assistant, working alongside a secretarial pool. Together the team advise on all aspects of leasehold enfranchisement, both non-contentious and contentious. Beyond the core practice, there are supporting, specialist fee-earners in our corporate and tax teams, which ensure our clients receive a seamless end-to-end enfranchisement service. The work you will be doing You will work within the specialist area of enfranchisement and provide a supporting role to the residential property team on more complex transactional areas such as, the disposal of blocks of flats outside the right of first refusal, reviewing the grant of new leases, assisting in the sale or purchase of property with the benefit of a range of enfranchisement claims and to actively grow the enfranchisement sector. Responsibilities include: Responsible for day-to-day management of a caseload including 1993 Act collective enfranchisement and lease extensions, 1967 Act enfranchisement and lease extensions, 1987 Act rights of first refusal Acting for a client base comprising landlords and tenants including public bodies and social landlords Providing strategic advice on structuring the grant of leases to avoid the application of the 1987 Act Acting on voluntary lease extension matters both on volume lease extension matters and individual lease extensions Drafting, advising on and implementing participation agreements and deeds of adherence for collective enfranchisement and 1987 Act acquisitions Reviewing and advising on existing leases and the grant of new leases as part of the Residential Real Estate Team's financing practice Acting on the voluntary disposal or acquisition of blocks of flats Assisting the Residential Real Estate Team with deeds of variation and licences to assign Assisting the Residential Real Estate Team and advising clients independently on licences for alterations Dealing with claims in the First Tier Tribunal and/or Court (desirable but not essential) Actively marketing the sector including regular business development meetings with the sector members, writing articles, commenting on upcoming legislation, etc Attending leasehold enfranchisement training and social events e.g. through ALEP Working alongside and developing relationships with enfranchisement valuers Assisting with the development of processes and precedents within the enfranchisement sector Providing guidance and support to junior practice-members on a cross-office basis including formal training of paralegals Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for A minimum of 6 years PQE in a professional legal environment Contribute to thought leadership and sector-focused marketing initiatives Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team development Established client base or network (preferred but not essential) Experience building credibility and trust through effective relationships To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation Experience of leasehold enfranchisement with a proven ability to meet the demands of all areas of enfranchisement matters, including the cross-over between enfranchisement and residential real estate. Experience in the continuous aspects of enfranchisement is also welcomed. You should also have experience of training and managing junior team members and be willing and able to undertake line-management responsibilities. A will have a proven track record of active marketing within this specialist sector and growing new relationships. Applicants that have experience of the contentious side of leasehold enfranchisement are also encouraged to apply for this role. Hybrid Working Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Benefits As a Birketts colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years cont
An opportunity has arisen for a Residential Conveyancer to join a well-established law firm in Highcliffe. The firm provides a supportive and professional environment, handling a broad range of residential property matters. In this role, you will manage your own caseload of residential property transactions, providing expert guidance and ensuring smooth and compliant property dealings from start to finish. You will be responsible for Managing sales and purchases of residential properties, both freehold and leasehold, including registered and unregistered titles. Handling plot sales, transfers of equity, new builds, remortgages, property finance, and easements. Working with option agreements and conditional contracts where required. Maintaining compliance with regulatory and professional standards. Supporting business development initiatives within the property team. What we are looking for Qualified solicitor or legal executive with residential property experience. Proven technical knowledge of freehold and leasehold property transactions. Ability to manage a full caseload independently, with supervision as required. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Previous experience of handling varied property matters, ideally with PQE in a law firm. What's on offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday. Office closure over Christmas. Profit-related bonus scheme. On-site parking. Supportive environment with career progression opportunities, including a potential route to Partnership.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
An opportunity has arisen for a Residential Conveyancer to join a well-established law firm in Highcliffe. The firm provides a supportive and professional environment, handling a broad range of residential property matters. In this role, you will manage your own caseload of residential property transactions, providing expert guidance and ensuring smooth and compliant property dealings from start to finish. You will be responsible for Managing sales and purchases of residential properties, both freehold and leasehold, including registered and unregistered titles. Handling plot sales, transfers of equity, new builds, remortgages, property finance, and easements. Working with option agreements and conditional contracts where required. Maintaining compliance with regulatory and professional standards. Supporting business development initiatives within the property team. What we are looking for Qualified solicitor or legal executive with residential property experience. Proven technical knowledge of freehold and leasehold property transactions. Ability to manage a full caseload independently, with supervision as required. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Previous experience of handling varied property matters, ideally with PQE in a law firm. What's on offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday. Office closure over Christmas. Profit-related bonus scheme. On-site parking. Supportive environment with career progression opportunities, including a potential route to Partnership.
Our Legal 500 client is looking for a 5+ years PQE Residential Conveyancing Fee Earner (Solicitor, CILEX, or CLC) to join their well-established, Lexcel and CQS accredited firm as part of their national residential team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience handling sales, purchases, remortgages, shared ownership leases, lease variations, new-build purchases, Help to Buy schemes, and more. You should be confident in managing your own caseload independently and be ready to hit the ground running. In this role, you will receive the full support of a dedicated Legal Assistant and Post-Completion team, ensuring you can focus on delivering high-quality service to clients. The Firm: Our esteemed Legal 500 client is a full-service practice with a nationwide presence recognised for providing high quality legal advice to private and commercial clients. With client care at their core, the Firm comprises specialists with diverse expertise, drawn from top-tier UK firms, ensuring clients receive the highest quality advice. Understanding the intricacies of business, with many team members boasting hands-on experience in multi-million-pound companies, providing invaluable foresight and risk management skills. What will be expected of you? Overseeing a diverse caseload of residential property transactions from instruction to completion. Carrying out property searches and reviewing contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance. Providing clear legal advice and guidance to clients, keeping them informed throughout the transaction. Serving as the main point of contact for clients, estate agents, and mortgage lenders, building strong professional relationships. Preparing and submitting applications to the Land Registry and managing associated documentation. Ensuring all transactions adhere to relevant legislation and industry best practices. Staying up to date with property law developments and regulatory changes. In return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer a competitive benefits package to include, hybrid working schemes, target related bonuses, training and development opportunities along with many other impressive incentives! PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Our Legal 500 client is looking for a 5+ years PQE Residential Conveyancing Fee Earner (Solicitor, CILEX, or CLC) to join their well-established, Lexcel and CQS accredited firm as part of their national residential team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience handling sales, purchases, remortgages, shared ownership leases, lease variations, new-build purchases, Help to Buy schemes, and more. You should be confident in managing your own caseload independently and be ready to hit the ground running. In this role, you will receive the full support of a dedicated Legal Assistant and Post-Completion team, ensuring you can focus on delivering high-quality service to clients. The Firm: Our esteemed Legal 500 client is a full-service practice with a nationwide presence recognised for providing high quality legal advice to private and commercial clients. With client care at their core, the Firm comprises specialists with diverse expertise, drawn from top-tier UK firms, ensuring clients receive the highest quality advice. Understanding the intricacies of business, with many team members boasting hands-on experience in multi-million-pound companies, providing invaluable foresight and risk management skills. What will be expected of you? Overseeing a diverse caseload of residential property transactions from instruction to completion. Carrying out property searches and reviewing contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance. Providing clear legal advice and guidance to clients, keeping them informed throughout the transaction. Serving as the main point of contact for clients, estate agents, and mortgage lenders, building strong professional relationships. Preparing and submitting applications to the Land Registry and managing associated documentation. Ensuring all transactions adhere to relevant legislation and industry best practices. Staying up to date with property law developments and regulatory changes. In return for your hard work and dedication the Firm offer a competitive benefits package to include, hybrid working schemes, target related bonuses, training and development opportunities along with many other impressive incentives! PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
