Residential Conveyancing Solicitor

The Firm

A well-established full-service law firm with a strong presence in Kent, known for delivering high-quality legal services across both residential and commercial matters. The firm prides itself on its collaborative culture, professional standards, and commitment to providing practical, client-focused solutions.

The Role

The firm is seeking an experienced and proactive Associate to join its busy and expanding residential conveyancing team in Gravesend. The role involves managing a full and varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters, with the opportunity to work on commercial matters as required, from initial instruction through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Transfers of equity and remortgages
• Managing stamp duty procedures, title checks, search reports, and enquiries
• Dealing with lease renewals, deeds of surrender, and landlord-tenant matters
• Managing acquisitions and sales of businesses and related commercial agreements
• Supporting business development initiatives
• Maintaining a high standard of client care and professional communication
• Managing files independently while meeting deadlines in a busy environment

Candidate Requirements

• Extensive experience in residential conveyancing, with commercial conveyancing knowledge advantageous
• Highly organised, disciplined, and able to manage a high-volume caseload
• Proactive, able to prioritise work, and comfortable working with minimal supervision
• Strong client manner, professional appearance, and technical competence
• Ability to work collaboratively within a busy team environment

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus statutory and bank holidays
• Optional private healthcare
• Workplace pension scheme
• Staff discounts on legal services