Senior Conveyancer (Solicitor or Legal Executive) – 3 years PQE

Overview

In this role you will lead residential conveyancing work in North Devon, handling a busy caseload with autonomy and expert support. You will deliver high-quality legal guidance to clients and manage more complex matters such as development projects and shared ownership. The position emphasizes strong client relationships, compliance, and collaboration with the team to develop junior members. This is a supportive, performance-minded environment with clear progression and work-life balance. You will contribute to the firm’s growth while enjoying the area’s attractive lifestyle and flexible options.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• flexible working options where possible
• professional development
• clear career progression with partnership prospects
• supportive and collaborative environment
• work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy caseload of residential conveyancing transactions (sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity; freehold and leasehold)
• Provide expert legal advice to clients with a focus on high service levels
• Handle complex matters (development work, shared ownership, easements, bespoke drafting)
• Maintain strong client relationships and foster repeat business
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal processes
• Collaborate with colleagues and support junior team members’ development

Key requirements

• At least 3 years PQE in residential conveyancing in a busy environment
• Confident managing own caseload with minimal supervision
• Experience across a wide range of residential transactions; willingness to handle complex matters
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Client-focused approach with ability to build and maintain relationships
• Strong commercial awareness and adaptability to market demands
• Excellent communication skills and proactive problem-solving attitude

• client-focused
• strong communication
• proactive problem solving
• collaboration
• adaptability

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