21 November 2025
Senior Residential Property Solicitor
We are seeking an experienced Senior Residential Property Solicitor to join our well-established team. The successful candidate will handle a high-quality caseload of residential conveyancing matters while providing leadership, expertise, and support to junior members of the department.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and commercially minded solicitor who is looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the team.
Location: Flexible either Fakenham, Holt, Sheringham, King’s Lynn, or Swaffham
Salary: Competitive, plus benefits
Hours: Full-time / Part Time Considered
Type: Hybrid available with requirement for 2 days in office
About Us: We are a long-established and reputable law firm based in the beautiful county of Norfolk, with offices in Holt, Sheringham, Fakenham, King’s Lynn, and Swaffham. For generations, we have delivered exceptional legal services, earning a reputation for excellence and reliability. We pride ourselves on being a ‘safe pair of hands’ to all our clients.
We specialise in multiple areas of law including Commercial and Residential Conveyancing, Family Law, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Administration of Estates, Wills and Trusts, Inheritance Tax advice and Estate Planning, Elderly Client Services, Employment Law, Business and Company Law, Dispute Resolution, and Agricultural Law.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a full and varied caseload of residential property matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, new builds, and shared ownership transactions.
- Provide clear, practical legal advice to clients while maintaining exceptional client care standards.
- Supervise and mentor junior fee-earners, paralegals, and support staff.
- Contribute to the development of departmental processes and business development initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and risk management procedures.
- Maintain strong relationships with estate agents, lenders, developers, and other key stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer with 5+ years’ PQE in residential property.
- Strong technical knowledge of conveyancing procedures and current property law.
- Proven ability to manage complex or high-value transactions with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-management skills.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and support team members.
- A proactive, organised, and solution-focused approach.
What We Offer:
- Hybrid working arrangement, allowing a flexible balance of remote and in-office work.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, pension scheme, and performance-based bonuses.
- Excellent resources including LexisNexis and practical law and LEAP case management.
How to Apply:
If you are ambitious and motivated and looking to make a meaningful and positive impact in your clients’ lives, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter to michelle.lockwood@hayes-storr.com
