Job Description

Senior Residential Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive - 3+ PQE - Somerset
Location: Somerset (Hybrid Flexibility)
Experience: 3+ Years PQE
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: 50,000-65,000 (depending on experience)
A well-established and growing law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its supportive and collaborative team across Bristol and Somerset. This is a senior role suited to someone who enjoys managing a varied caseload, mentoring junior lawyers, and contributing to business development and departmental growth.
Role Highlights:

• Supervise and support junior lawyers within the Residential Property Department
• Lead marketing and business development initiatives to raise team profile
• Manage a busy caseload including freehold and leasehold sales/purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and first registrations
• Maintain regular client contact, including face-to-face meetings
• Deliver tailored advice aligned with each client's best interests
• Ensure efficient case progression and client communication
• Oversee day-to-day cash management with support from the finance team
• Maintain compliant and up-to-date electronic and physical files
• Prepare legal documentation using Microsoft Office

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 3+ years PQE
• Proven experience managing residential property matters from instruction to completion
• Strong communication and client care skills
• Proactive, flexible, and supportive team contributor
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• High attention to detail and strong typing ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Passionate about law with a strong work ethic

Benefits Package:

• Quality training and supervision
• Clear career progression pathways
• Monthly flexi time allowance
• Annual leave with service-based increments
• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Supportive culture and work-life balance
• Optional salary exchange for pension scheme
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Private medical insurance
• Annual flu vaccinations (optional)
• Corporate eye care scheme

How to Apply:
To apply or discuss the role confidentially, contact:
Olivia Reed
Email: Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
This employer is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process 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.*

Skills Required