Residential Property Solicitor

Surrey – £80,000

Senior Residential Property Solicitor
Salary: Up to £75,000

A leading and well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Residential Property Solicitor to join its dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven legal professional to take the next step in their career, working on a broad range of high-quality residential property matters.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of handling complex conveyancing transactions, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, leasehold matters, and transfers of equity. They will play a key role in managing client relationships, providing strategic advice, and overseeing transactions from instruction to completion with efficiency and professionalism.
As a senior member of the team, the role also offers the opportunity to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to the continued success and growth of the department.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Managing a caseload of varied and complex residential property matters.
  • Providing clear, practical advice and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal processes.
  • Supporting and developing junior team members.
  • Driving business development and contributing to the firm’s reputation for excellence.
Requirements:
  • Qualified Solicitor with extensive experience in residential property law.
  • Strong technical knowledge and excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to manage a busy caseload independently and effectively.
  • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client care.
  • Previous experience in a senior or supervisory capacity is desirable.
What’s on Offer:
  • Competitive salary of up to £75,000 (DOE).
  • Opportunity to lead and influence within a respected law firm.

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Emily Flewitt

Head of London and Home Counties
0203 846 3071

emily.flewitt@douglas-scott.co.uk

Emily Flewitt, Head of London and Home Counties at Douglas Scott for over 7 years, excels in managing recruitment for the region while building strong client and candidate relationships. Outside of work, Emily enjoys quality time with family, spicy margaritas with friends, walks with her Frenchie Pablo, and staying active. Inspired by her curiosity and interest in varied challenges, she notes that if not in recruitment, she’d likely have pursued a career in the police. Her favorite advice? “Listen more than you speak.”


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Residential Conveyancing
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £80,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Surrey
  • Reference: 1273879

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