Residential Conveyancer/Residential Property Solicitor-Taunton

Overview

In this role you support a growing Taunton conveyancing team by handling a varied caseload of residential property matters. You work within a friendly, family‑oriented firm that prioritises flexibility and collaboration, contributing to a long‑term expansion of the department. You’ll engage with clients, agents and lenders, while potentially supervising junior staff and maintaining high client care. The opportunity offers hybrid and flexible hours in a supportive environment with minimal BD pressure.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Full or part‑time hours
• Flexible working arrangements
• Family‑friendly culture
• Low BD expectations
• Strong referral flow

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters (freehold/leasehold sales and purchases)
• Handle remortgages, transfers of equity, and registered/unregistered titles
• Work on new build projects (advantageous but not essential) and optional light commercial property work
• Liaise with clients, agents, lenders and third parties
• Supervise junior staff where appropriate (desirable)
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment
• Support business development with low pressure expectations and rely on strong referral flow

Key requirements

• Strong technical knowledge of residential conveyancing
• Ability to manage own caseload independently
• Reliable, team‑oriented approach
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Stable career history or clear reasons for moves
• Positive personality fitting a close‑knit, sociable team
• Confidence supervising juniors is desirable but not essential

• Strong communication
• Client care
• Team collaboration
• Residential conveyancing expertise
• Remortgages
• Transfers of equity

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