NQ+ Residential Property Lawyer

  • Simpson Judge
  • Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Apr 21, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Job Title: NQ+ Residential Property Solicitor
Location:
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Salary: Up to 45,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Office-based initially, with hybrid working available following successful completion of probation

About the Role


We are seeking a qualified Solicitor to join our Cheltenham office and take on a key supervisory role within the team. You will be responsible for supervising and supporting 2 paralegals and 2 trainee solicitors, ensuring high-quality legal work, compliance with professional standards, and ongoing development.

Applications from Newly Qualified Solicitors are welcome if you have an interest in residential property and would like the opportunity to supervise/assing experienced paralegals and trainee solicitors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to take the next step in their career and gain hands-on management and supervisory experience within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervision and day-to-day support of 2 paralegals and 2 trainee solicitors
  • Oversight and review of work to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance
  • Providing guidance, mentoring and constructive feedback
  • Assisting with training and development of junior team members
  • Managing your own caseload (appropriate to experience)
  • Ensuring adherence to firm procedures and regulatory requirements


About You

  • Qualified Solicitor (NQ to experienced level considered)
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • Confidence supervising and supporting junior colleagues
  • Ability to work collaboratively and lead by example
  • Comfortable working from the Cheltenham office
  • Must live in, or be willing to live within commuting distance of Gloucestershire


On Offer

  • Competitive salary up to 45,000
  • Hybrid working following completion of probation
  • Supportive team culture with clear development opportunities
  • Exposure to supervisory and leadership responsibilities early in your career
  • Modern office based in Cheltenham

Candidates interested in this role should contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge - (phone number removed) / .