Job Description

Solicitor - Residential Property

Basingstoke

Competitive salary & excellent benefits

Our well-established client is seeking an experienced and motivated Solicitor to join their busy Residential Property team.



The ideal candidate should have been qualified for a minimum of three years and ideally have experience in dealing with lease extensions and complex property transactions. You will join a busy team consisting of six fee earners and eight assistants, and report into the Head of Residential Property.



As an experienced Residential Property Solicitor, your role is to provide expert legal advice and assistance to our clients throughout their conveyancing journey. You will be an ambassador for the firm, helping to maintain our reputation for excellence and generate new business for the firm.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities include:

Running the full conveyancing process, taking a property from instruction to completion. Responsible for managing own caseload. Assisting with own registrations when post-completions team are out of the office. Business development; networking and introducing new clients and relevant third parties to Phillips. Upholding compliance regulations in line with our policies and procedures. Maintaining CQS standards.

Skills, Qualification and Experience Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years' experience post-qualification in Residential Property. Previous experience with lease extensions would be advantageous. Experience of managing a small team of Legal Secretaries / Administrators desirable, but not essential. Highly efficient and self-motivated with strong administrative skills and the ability to delegate judiciously. Client focused and empathetic, with strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Confident with the use of Microsoft Office package (especially Outlook, Word and ideally Excel) and Case Management Systems. Prior experience of LEAP advantageous, but not essential. Previous digital dictation experience. The ability to remain courteous and friendly even when under pressure. Flexible and a team-player.




The base compensation per annum is contingent upon proven experience. In addition, we offer a performance-related bonus and other benefits.