Residential Property Solicitor

Wokingham – £70,000

Residential Property Solicitor/Head of 
Full-time, Permanent

We are looking for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor to lead a busy office and drive the success of a growing residential property practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior conveyancing professional who wants real autonomy, influence, and the chance to shape and grow a thriving team within a supportive and collaborative firm.

The Role As Head of the office, you will:
  • Lead and develop the residential property offering in the local market
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with estate agents and referrers
  • Manage a busy residential conveyancing caseload to a high technical standard
  • Play a key role in the strategic growth of the office
  • Work within a collaborative, team-focused, and inclusive culture
Preferred Experience & Skills
  • Recent experience working locally, with an established network of contacts
  • Strong technical expertise in residential property and a proven record of excellent client care
  • Proven ability to manage workloads effectively, meet financial targets, and comply with regulatory requirements
  • Highly organised, efficient, and able to prioritise effectively under pressure
  • Confident using Microsoft Office and experienced with legal case management systems
Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years’ PQE in residential property
  • Qualified as a Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Chartered Legal Executive
  • Professional, approachable, and reassuring manner with clients
What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary up to £70,000
  • Excellent working conditions and a supportive, inclusive culture
  • Genuine opportunity to lead, influence, and grow the office
  • Collaborative, team-based environment

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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: £70,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Wokingham
  • Reference: 1309219

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