Residential Property Solicitor

Residential Property Solicitor

Ipswich Full-time Circa 50,000 DOE

Are you a Residential Property Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected, Legal 500 firm that genuinely puts clients first?

We're working with an established and forward-thinking law firm in Ipswich that is seeking an experienced Residential Property Solicitor to join its thriving conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys high-quality work, values collaboration, and is looking for long-term career progression within a supportive environment.

The Opportunity

You'll play a key role within the residential property department, supporting the Head of Department and managing your own varied caseload of good-quality residential matters. The role offers autonomy, strong support, and the chance to be part of a firm that prides itself on exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting for buyers and sellers on freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Drafting, reviewing, and amending contracts, deeds, reports, and client correspondence
• Conducting title reviews, raising and responding to enquiries, and managing searches
• Handling exchange, completion, and post-completion matters, including Land Registry formalities
• Advising on remortgages, mortgage redemptions, transfers of equity, and secured lending
• Assisting with residential licences and new-build transactions
• Contributing to business development, marketing initiatives, and client relationship growth

The Ideal Candidate

• UK-qualified Solicitor, registered with the SRA
• Proven experience managing a residential property caseload confidently and independently
• Strong technical ability with excellent attention to detail
• A commercial, client-focused approach
• Clear communicator, able to explain complex legal issues in plain English
• Comfortable using IT systems, particularly Word and Excel
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Able to work full-time from the firm's Ipswich office

What's on Offer

• Salary circa 50,000, depending on experience
• High-quality residential property work within a Legal 500 Leading Firm
• Clear progression and long-term career development
• Supportive, collaborative culture with highly experienced colleagues
• Excellent benefits package and a genuine focus on work-life balance

If you're ambitious, driven, and passionate about residential property law - and want to join a firm where quality and client care really matter - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment in confidence for more information.