Residential Property Fee Earner

Job Title: Residential Property Lawyer / Fee Earner

Location: Oakham (hybrid working available after probation)

Salary: £36,000 – £48,000 (DOE)

This established practice has built an exceptional reputation for delivering a personal, high-quality property service. With multiple offices across the region and a dedicated Residential Property team, the firm is known for its approachable culture, bespoke client service, and genuine investment in staff progression.

Role Summary:

This role supports the Head of Residential Property in managing a varied caseload of high-end residential transactions. You’ll join a friendly, open-plan office where collaboration and professional development are encouraged. After a short initial period, the firm offers hybrid flexibility, allowing you to balance office and home working effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse residential caseload - from freehold and leasehold sales to purchases and remortgages
• Deliver a bespoke, one-to-one service - ensuring clients receive clear, consistent communication
• Support the Head of Department - helping to manage workflow across the expanding team
• Contribute to business development and marketing activity - reinforcing the firm’s local presence
• Work closely with administrative support - ensuring smooth post-completion and file management processes

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (CILEX), Licensed Conveyancer (CLC), or experienced non-qualified fee earner
• Proven background in residential conveyancing, ideally including both second-hand and new build work
• Strong client care focus and ability to handle matters autonomously
• Team-oriented approach with a willingness to work in-office most of the time

If this role isn’t quite right, it’s still worth speaking to one of our specialist team - we may be working on something that hasn’t hit the market yet.

Related Job Titles: Residential Conveyancer, Property Solicitor, Conveyancing Executive, Licensed Conveyancer, CILEX Conveyancer