Senior Residential Property Solicitor – Reading

Company: Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd
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Job Description:

Job title: Senior Residential Property Solicitor

Location: Reading

Salary: £70,000-£85,000+

PQE Level: 5+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced and client-focused 5+ PQE Residential Property Lawyer to join our client’s thriving Thames Valley team in Reading. This is a key opportunity for a senior lawyer with strong technical expertise and a collaborative mindset to contribute to a high-performing, service-driven practice.

The Role

You will advise on a broad range of non-contentious residential property matters, including:

  • Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
  • Re-mortgages and transfers of equity
  • Voluntary first registrations
  • Lease extensions and associated title work

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied caseload of residential property transactions with minimal supervision
  • Supervise and support junior team members
  • Deliver high-quality, tailored legal advice with a strong focus on client service
  • Contribute positively to team culture and knowledge sharing
  • Engage in business development and cross-referral opportunities across the firm

Working closely with colleagues, you will help maintain the team’s reputation for excellence and responsiveness. You will also play a pivotal role in mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the team’s ongoing development.

The firm offer supportive flexible working arrangements, with the preference of individuals attending the office three days a week. This is a top 100 firm with an enviable client base –

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Berkshire or the South East in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-TimeSalary: £70000-£85000 per annumLocation: Reading, Berkshire

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

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Posted: October 5th, 2026