Residential Property - Senior Associate / Legal Director

Residential Property - Senior Associate / Legal Director
Location: Oxford
Salary: Competitive / Dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Hybrid Working (2-3 days in office)

About the Firm
We are working with a highly regarded national law firm with a strong presence across the UK. The firm acts for a wide range of clients, including private UK buyers and sellers, overseas clients, and is on panels of many leading mortgage lenders. Known for high-quality work, a supportive culture, and focus on work-life balance, the firm provides an excellent platform for career development and long-term client relationships.

The Role
The firm is seeking a Senior Residential Property Lawyer to join their Oxford team. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of residential property work, including acting for buyers and sellers in freehold and leasehold transactions. Responsibilities may include:

• Reviewing, drafting, and amending contracts, deeds, letters, and reports

• Completing search submissions, land registry formalities, and handling title queries

• Managing exchange, completion, and post-completion matters

• Advising on mortgage redemption, transfer of equity, and re-mortgage processes

• Handling residential tenancy and licence matters

• Advising on residential property transactions for new developments

• Secured lending work

You will work exclusively in the Oxford office but will be part of a larger national real estate team, collaborating with colleagues in Reading, Southampton, and Cardiff. This role provides the chance to develop strong client relationships and work on a variety of interesting matters while enjoying a supportive and balanced work environment.

Skills and Experience

• Established Residential Property lawyer (Senior Associate or Legal Director level)

• Broad residential property experience, ideally including conveyancing and secured lending

• Strong client and matter management skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Track record of successful practice development

• IT proficient and able to work autonomously

• Motivated, confident, and commercially aware

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