New Build Residential Solicitor 4PQE+

Seeking a Residential Property Solicitor with substantial New-Build experience to join the growing London-based Residential Conveyancing team. This is an opportunity to join an ambitious full-service law firm. The role offers significant client exposure from day one and the opportunity to manage residential property matters.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Management

• Manage residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to post-completion.
• Handle:
  • Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
  • New build transactions
  • Shared ownership matters
  • Remortgages
  • Transfers of equity
• Exchange contracts and oversee completions.
• Manage Land Registry applications and post-completion requirements.
• Prepare SDLT returns and deal with requisitions.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key point of contact for clients throughout transactions.
• Provide regular progress updates and legal advice.
• Build and maintain relationships with:
  • Estate agents
  • Mortgage brokers
  • Developers
  • Other referrers
• Liaise with counterpart solicitors and third parties to progress matters efficiently.

Legal & Technical Work

• Draft and review:
  • Contracts
  • Transfer deeds
  • Mortgage documentation
• Conduct title investigations and reporting.
• Raise and respond to enquiries.
• Review mortgage offers, searches, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure legal compliance across all transactions.

Compliance & Risk

• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with:
  • Anti-money laundering requirements
  • Data protection regulations
  • Residential property legislation and best practice
• Manage client monies, deposits, completion funds, and associated financial processes.

Candidate Profile

Essential Experience

• Strong residential property/conveyancing experience within the London market.
• Experience handling complex leasehold matters.
• Knowledge of Building Safety Act (BSA) requirements and associated residential property issues.
• Proven ability to independently manage transactions from instruction through to completion and post-completion.
• Experience reviewing and preparing residential property documentation.
• Strong understanding of conveyancing compliance and regulatory obligations.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or equivalent property law qualification.
• Law degree and LPC (or equivalent qualification).