Residential Property/Shared Ownership Solicitor (Locum)

Location: Bristol

Contract Type: Temporary/Locum

Salary: £45 to £55ph

• Locum/FTC Solicitor requirement in small residential conveyancing team of long standing city centre based law firm.
• Urgent cover required to start as soon as possible.
• On site working required.
• 4 or 5 days per week working hours required.
• Caseload - 20% usual high street residential property law work, 80% shared ownership matters.

Position Overview

The Residential Conveyancer will play a crucial role in assisting the firm through a busy period whilst they are recruiting a new permanent member of the team.

The role is to start ASAP and for an initial 3 months, although could feasible last longer and/or convert to a permanent position for the right candidate.

The requirement is fully on site.

Responsibilities

• Manage mostly shared ownership with some usual residential conveyancing matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agents, and stakeholders.
• Ensure timely completion of legal documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case management records.
• Work well within a team.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years' PQE as a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (or otherwise qualified by experience) in Residential Property Law.
• Must have experience of Shared Ownership Conveyancing law.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.

Benefits

• Market hourly rate of £45 to £55 per hour.