Residential Property Lawyer

Mallory Pryce Recruitment

Residential Property Lawyer focusing on a variety of property transactions and providing legal advice. Leading the process from instruction to post-completion with strong client interaction.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeEpsom • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £50,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing residential property transactions, including freehold and leasehold sales, remortgages, and complex title issues. Proficient in drafting legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations, and providing clear legal advice to clients and third parties.

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Qualified SolicitorResidential Property TransactionsLand Registry ProcessesDrafting and NegotiationRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Residential Property LawConveyancingTitle ReportsCompletion StatementsIndemnity IssuesLeasehold LegislationSDLTContract DraftingFile ManagementCase Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeDocument Management SystemsCase Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Qualified SolicitorChartered Legal Executive

Industry Keywords

Anti-Money LaunderingData ProtectionClient IdentificationConflict ChecksFile Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as lead fee earner on a broad range of residential property transactions including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new build transactions, shared ownership and bespoke mixed‑use matters; manage matters from initial instruction to post‑completion registration and file closure in accordance with firm procedures.
Provide clear, pragmatic and commercially aware legal advice to clients, lenders, estate agents and other third parties; draft, review and negotiate contracts, transfer deeds, leases, mortgages and related documentation using firm precedents and bespoke drafting where required.
Conduct, interpret and advise on searches, pre‑contract enquiries, title reports, leases and leasehold management packs; identify and resolve title, leasehold, restrictive covenant and indemnity issues and escalate or instruct counsel where appropriate.
Prepare and manage completion packs, client and accountant completion statements; handle client funds and completion monies in accordance with the firm's accounts procedures and regulatory requirements.
Ensure accurate preparation and submission of Land Registry applications and SDLT returns, liaise with HMRC and the Land Registry as necessary, and manage post‑completion registration, indemnities and any remedial actions.
Maintain compliance with regulatory obligations including anti‑money laundering checks, client identification, conflict checks, file audits and data protection; complete and document required file reviews and ensure files meet the firm's compliance standards.
Provide technical guidance and supervision to junior fee earners and support staff; review and approve work, assist with training and contribute to continuous improvement of precedents, templates and team processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with proven post‑qualification experience in residential property/conveyancing; typically 3–6 years’ PQE depending on the seniority of the appointment.
Proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently and to handle complex or high‑value transactions, including leasehold and mixed‑use issues.
Excellent drafting, negotiation and attention to detail when preparing contracts, completion statements and client correspondence.
Strong working knowledge of Land Registry processes, SDLT, leasehold legislation and common title issues; confident in dealing with indemnities and title rectification where necessary.
Confident user of Microsoft Office and experience of case management and document management systems; able to learn new systems and contribute to improved workflows.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a professional manner when liaising with clients, lenders, estate agents, managing agents and third parties; able to handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion.
Organised, commercially aware and able to prioritise competing demands to meet deadlines; strong problem‑solving skills and a collaborative team player who can also work independently.
Understanding of and commitment to regulatory and compliance obligations including confidentiality, anti‑money laundering and data protection requirements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Act as lead fee earner on a broad range of residential property transactions including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new build transactions, shared ownership and bespoke mixed‑use matters; manage matters from initial instruction to post‑completion registration and file closure in accordance with firm procedures.
Provide clear, pragmatic and commercially aware legal advice to clients, lenders, estate agents and other third parties; draft, review and negotiate contracts, transfer deeds, leases, mortgages and related documentation using firm precedents and bespoke drafting where required.
Conduct, interpret and advise on searches, pre‑contract enquiries, title reports, leases and leasehold management packs; identify and resolve title, leasehold, restrictive covenant and indemnity issues and escalate or instruct counsel where appropriate.
Prepare and manage completion packs, client and accountant completion statements; handle client funds and completion monies in accordance with the firm's accounts procedures and regulatory requirements.
Ensure accurate preparation and submission of Land Registry applications and SDLT returns, liaise with HMRC and the Land Registry as necessary, and manage post‑completion registration, indemnities and any remedial actions.
Maintain compliance with regulatory obligations including anti‑money laundering checks, client identification, conflict checks, file audits and data protection; complete and document required file reviews and ensure files meet the firm's compliance standards.
Provide technical guidance and supervision to junior fee earners and support staff; review and approve work, assist with training and contribute to continuous improvement of precedents, templates and team processes. 🎯 Requirements
Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with proven post‑qualification experience in residential property/conveyancing; typically 3–6 years’ PQE depending on the seniority of the appointment.
Proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently and to handle complex or high‑value transactions, including leasehold and mixed‑use issues.
Excellent drafting, negotiation and attention to detail when preparing contracts, completion statements and client correspondence.
Strong working knowledge of Land Registry processes, SDLT, leasehold legislation and common title issues; confident in dealing with indemnities and title rectification where necessary.
Confident user of Microsoft Office and experience of case management and document management systems; able to learn new systems and contribute to improved workflows.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a professional manner when liaising with clients, lenders, estate agents, managing agents and third parties; able to handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion.
Organised, commercially aware and able to prioritise competing demands to meet deadlines; strong problem‑solving skills and a collaborative team player who can also work independently.
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