Are you an experienced solicitor seeking your next step in residential property? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, multi office firm in Preston.

Our client is looking to appoint a driven, dedicated, and commercially aware solicitor to play a key role within their Residential Property team, supporting a diverse client caseload.

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000; Hours: 09:00am to 5:00pm, Office Based (Preston), Permanent Role

Residential Property Solicitor Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of residential property transactions including sales, purchase, transfer of equity, shared ownership, remortgage, auction, right to buy, off plan/new build.
• Drafting, reviewing associated legal documentation
• Conducting property due diligence, title reviews and searches, and preparing reports on findings
• Liaising directly with clients, solicitors, agents, lenders, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient transaction progression
• Overseeing post-completion formalities including registrations, SDLT submissions, and file management
• Ensuring all Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and professional compliance requirements are fully met

Required Skills & Experience for Residential Property Law

• Qualified solicitor with demonstrable experience in residential property law
• Solid understanding of current legislation and practice
• Experience managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong client care focus, with excellent relationship building skills
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organisational skills
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal practice software
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a busy team and independently

Opportunities & Benefits in a Leading Residential Property Department

• Career progression within a reputable law firm
• Engagement with high quality, varied work in property
• Supportive team culture with ongoing training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package