Residential Conveyancing Lawyer

Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex

A varied residential property role with genuine support, high-quality work and the opportunity to build your career in an employee-owned law firm.

The opportunity

We are looking for a qualified conveyancing lawyer to join our Residential Property department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys handling a varied caseload and wants to work in a supportive team where experience is valued, development is encouraged and help is available when needed.

We are open to applications from lawyers at all stages of their post-qualification career. Whether you are newly qualified and looking for the right environment in which to develop, or an experienced conveyancer seeking a fresh opportunity, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Role at a glance

Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex

Qualificion: CLC, CILEx Lawyer or Solicitor

Experience: All levels of PQE considered

Work mix: Mainstream residential conveyancing, shared ownership and new build matters

What you will be doing

Managing a varied caseload of residential property transactions from instruction through to post-completion.
Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages and other mainstream conveyancing work.
Working on shared ownership transactions, including staircasing and related matters.
Acting on new build purchases and guiding clients through the particular requirements and timescales involved.
Providing clear, practical and responsive advice to clients throughout their transaction.
Liaising effectively with estate agents, lenders, mortgage brokers, developers, housing associations and other solicitors.
Drafting, reviewing and reporting on contracts, leases, title documents, searches, mortgage offers and transfer documentation.
Maintaining accurate file records and working in accordance with the firm’s compliance, risk management and client-care standards.

What we are looking for

A qualified Licensed Conveyancer, CILEx Lawyer or Solicitor.
Experience in residential conveyancing appropriate to your level of qualification and PQE.
A sound understanding of the residential conveyancing process, with the ability to identify and manage risk.
Clear written and verbal communication, with a practical and client-focused approach.
Good organisation, attention to detail and the ability to progress matters efficiently.
A collaborative outlook and willingness to contribute positively to the department and the wider firm.

Support and development

You will join an established department and will have access to appropriate supervision and support. We recognise that the level of support required will differ depending on experience, and we will shape this around the successful candidate. For a less experienced lawyer, the role offers the opportunity to develop confidence across a broader range of transactions. For a more experienced lawyer, there will be scope to use your expertise, support colleagues and contribute to the continued development of the department.

Why join Bennett Oakley?

Bennett Oakley Solicitors is an established Sussex law firm with a straightforward, client-focused approach. We are 100% employee owned, giving our employee owners a direct stake and say in the business, together with the opportunity to share in its success.

What We Offer:

A supportive and approachable working environment.
A genuinely varied residential property caseload.
Career development suitable for your level of experience.
The opportunity to work within an employee-owned firm.
A competitive package, dependent on experience, together with the firm’s wider range of benefits.

Equality & Diversity

Bennett Oakley Solicitors is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Recruitment decisions are made fairly and based on merit, ability, and business need.

Benefits

We offer an extensive range of benefits, including those linked to employee ownership.

A full list can be found on our Careers page:

View our benefits and careers information

How to Apply

Please send your CV, together with a short covering note, to Samuel Cash at sc@bennettoakley.co.uk.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

About Us

Bennett Oakley Solicitors is a long-established, employee-owned law firm providing high-quality legal services to individuals and businesses across Sussex. We are committed to excellent client care, strong teamwork, and maintaining a supportive and inclusive working environment.