Residential Property Lawyer​/Conveyancer

Residential Property Lawyer / Conveyancer – Taunton – Fee Earner to Senior Associate

Location:

Taunton (with flexible and hybrid working options)

Type of Role:
Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)

A respected law firm is seeking Residential Property Lawyers/Conveyancers to join its expanding team in Taunton. Due to exceptional growth, there are opportunities up to Senior Associate level. This is an excellent chance to develop your career in a supportive, high-performing environment with a strong focus on quality work and client service.

You’ll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of residential property matters, including:

• Freehold and leasehold transactions
• New builds and shared ownership
• Transfers and buy‑to‑let properties
• Remortgage, equity release, and auction sales/purchases
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and reports on title
• Conducting property searches, checking titles, and preparing client reports
• Liaising with clients, lenders, estate agents, surveyors, and other professionals
• Managing registrations, SDLT submissions, and file closure
• Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and AML procedures

• Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (with practice rights), or Licensed Conveyancer qualification
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
• Previous experience in a law firm environment supporting fee earners

• 25-30 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
• Extra day off for your birthday 🎉
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme(s)
• Life assurance
• Eye tests & flu jabs
• Corporate gym membership discounts
• Legal support
• Opportunities to get involved with charity fundraising, sports teams, and office socials

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email:
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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

* 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.*