Residential Property Solicitor

Residential Property Solicitor | Oxford

An established and growing law firm based in Oxford is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor to join its friendly, professional, and forward-thinking team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a property solicitor who enjoys managing their own caseload, building strong client relationships, and working within a supportive environment that genuinely values quality work and career development.

You will be responsible for managing a full residential property caseload from instruction through to post-completion, dealing with a broad and interesting range of matters, including:

• Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases

• Remortgages

• New-build and shared ownership purchases

• Transfers of Equity

• First registrations and assents

• Help to Buy loan repayments

You will have autonomy over your files, supported by an effective case management system to ensure smooth and compliant file handling.

• Managing residential conveyancing matters from opening to file closure

• Preparing client care documentation and completing onboarding procedures

• Drafting contract packs and responding to pre-contract enquiries

• Reviewing title, raising enquiries, and ordering searches

• Reporting to clients on title, searches, and mortgage documentation

• Liaising with clients, agents, lenders, management companies, and other third parties

• Exchanging contracts and overseeing completions

• Handling all post-completion matters, including registrations

• Ensuring compliance with regulatory, risk, and file management procedures

• Working closely with the Head of Department

• Meeting agreed financial targets and contributing to business development

• Ideally 2-5 years' PQE in Residential Conveyancing (flexible for the right candidate)

• Able to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision

• Confident, client-focused, and commercially aware

• Comfortable using case management systems and Microsoft Office

• Keen to develop your skills and progress your career

The firm is committed to supporting long-term career progression. For the right individual, there is genuine scope to progress into senior or management roles as the team and firm continue to grow, shaped around your own ambitions and development plans.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment

• High-quality work and strong client relationships

• Autonomy and trust in managing your caseload

• Clear, achievable progression opportunities

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience

If you are a Residential Property Solicitor or Lawyer seeking a role where your contribution is recognised and your career can genuinely progress,
we would welcome your application
. Apply today or contact Stephany Jardim at Henderson Scott on  for more information.