Southerns Solicitors Ltd
Residential Conveyancing Solicitor, FCILEX or Licensed Conveyancer
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Job Hours: Full Time (Flexible working hours are available upon discussion in interview)
Job Location: Based predominantly at our Burnley or Preston Office, with hybrid working available.
Burnley Office 4a - 6a Hargreaves Street, Burnley BB11 1ES
Preston Office 68 Glovers Court, Preston PR1 3LS
In Office/Hybrid/Remote Working: Hybrid
Company Overview
Southerns Solicitors has over 200 years of experience in providing comprehensive legal services to both individual and commercial clients across the North West. We are committed to delivering an outstanding legal service to all our clients, combining up-to-date specialist knowledge with a down to earth approach.
The Role:
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Solicitor, FCILEX or Licensed Conveyancer to join our friendly and supportive conveyancing team as we continue to grow. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion, always ensuring the highest standards of client care and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing transactions, including sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and new build properties
- Drafting and reviewing contracts and legal documents
- Carrying out title checks and resolving any associated legal issues efficiently
- Communicating effectively with clients, estate agents, lenders and third parties to progress transactions smoothly
- Ensuring regulatory compliance throughout each stage of the conveyancing process
- Actively supporting the continued growth and strong reputation of our property team, with client care at the forefront.
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Candidate Requirements:
We are looking for applicants who have the below qualifications and who can demonstrate: Essential:
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience handling residential conveyancing matters
- Must be a Qualified Solicitor, FCILEX or Licensed Conveyancer
- Ability to manage your own caseload from instruction to post-completion with minimal supervision
- Strong client care and communication skills
- A collaborative, team-oriented approach
Benefits & Rewards:
The most valuable part of our business is our people. We provide the following benefits* alongside a friendly working environment that allows our team to flourish.
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- Competitive salary
- 22 days’ annual leave per annum, with an additional 3 days at Christmas plus Bank Holidays*
- 1 Extra day’s holiday for your birthday (applicable if your birthday falls on a normal working day and after one year’s completion of service)
- Workplace pension (Company Contribution of 3%)*
- Off-site paid parking
- Regular team social events
- Flexible working arrangements*
- Salary sacrifice electric car scheme*
*Some benefits are subject to eligibility.
Closing date: 01.09.2026
How to apply:
No agencies, we will not accept applications from any agency.
To apply please email your CV along with a short cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you feel you would be a good fit for the role to Emma Jackson (Practice Manager): ejackson@southernslaw.co.uk
Alternatively, you can apply online via our website: www.southernslaw.co.uk
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