Residential Property Solicitor / Legal Executive / Licenced Conveyancer

Job summary

Manage a residential property caseload independently while ensuring high standards of client care and prompt delivery. Support the Head of Property and assist in the development of junior team members while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Job details

Home Careers Residential Property Solicitor / Legal Executive / Licensed Conveyancer About Us hpjv Solicitors is a long-established firm with a strong reputation for quality, professionalism, and client care. For more than 40 years, we have provided trusted legal services to the local community and beyond. Our Lexcel and CQS accreditations reflect our high standards, and we are committed to investing in our people and the continued growth of the firm. Why join us? This is an opportunity to build your career within a supportive, experienced team at a respected firm with a strong local reputation, recognised quality standards, and a genuine commitment to development and progression. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join our friendly and well-established property team in Newport. You will manage your own caseload with a high degree of autonomy while contributing to a collaborative team focused on delivering excellent client service. Your Role And Responsibilities You will play an important role in a team committed to high standards and excellent client care. Reporting to the Head of Property, your duties will include: Manage your own caseload efficiently to deliver matters promptly and to a high standard. Handle files independently while providing clear communication and a positive client experience. Support the Head of Department and contribute to the development of less experienced team members. Maintain full compliance with CQS, Lexcel, AML, and GDPR requirements to support quality and risk management. Progress matters in line with professional standards, internal procedures, and key deadlines to ensure efficient file management. Respond promptly to file-related queries and maintain high standards of client care throughout each matter. Complete required training on time to support professional development, competency and regulatory compliance. Undertake other reasonable duties as required to support the needs of the team and the wider firm. Essential Skills And Experience You will bring at least two years’ experience case handling residential property matters. You will have strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. You will be confident working under pressure and able to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality. You will be comfortable working independently while also contributing positively as part of a wider team. You will be proactive, supportive, and willing to use your initiative in a busy environment. You will have excellent communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach. You will have strong IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office and case management systems. Benefits Competitive salary Flexible working Training and development opportunities Discounted products Discounted legal services Additional annual leave after one full year of service If you would like to find out more or apply for this role, please contact Amanda Davies at amanda.davies@hpjv.co.uk. hpjv is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills and experience required for the role. We would be pleased to hear from candidates who are looking to build their career in a supportive and respected legal practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or disability accommodations, please email Amanda Davies at amanda.davies@hpjv.co.uk with details of your requirements and contact information. A Grant of Probate Process: How Long Will It Take? Many clients are unaware of probate timelines, here is the process explained to help give you... 2026-06-29 14:32 29 Jun 2026Read more The hidden Inheritance Tax risk for unmarried couples and what it means for their children Cohabiting couples are now the fastest‑growing family type in the UK. Yet many remain... 2026-03-19 16:46 19 Mar 2026Read more Pre-Nuptial Agreements Prenuptial agreements have long carried an air of discomfort, often associated with celebrity... 2026-03-11 16:59 11 Mar 2026Read more Ask us a question Close Channel Referrer Device Name Please enter your name Email Please enter your email address Telephone Please enter your telephone number Your question Please enter a question How did you hear about us? How did you hear about us?Google SearchBing SearchGoogle AdvertLaw Society WebsitePersonal/Friend RecommendationProfessional RecommendationSocial MediaThomson LocalYellow Pages/Yell.comCan't Remember Please Let Us Know How You Heard About Us Captcha Please enter the verification code We'll only use this information to handle your enquiry and we won't share it with any third parties. For more details see our Privacy Policy

What you’ll do

Manage a residential property caseload independently while ensuring high standards of client care and prompt delivery. Support the Head of Property and assist in the development of junior team members while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least two years of experience handling residential property matters. Strong organizational skills, IT proficiency, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary • Flexible working • Training and development opportunities • Discounted products • Discounted legal services • Additional annual leave after one full year of service

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Residential Property Law
• Case Management
• Client Care
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Microsoft Office
• Risk Management
• AML Compliance
• GDPR Compliance

Job areas

• Legal