Residential Conveyancer

Full Time or Part Time
Location: Truro, Cornwall
Salary: £35,000-£48,000 DOE + Bonus Scheme + Benefits

Key Requirements

We are keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX), or active progression towards qualification through SQE or CILEX
Experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload with appropriate supervision
Strong knowledge of residential property transactions, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
Excellent client care and relationship management skills
Good understanding of AML compliance, source of funds requirements, and risk management
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters efficiently
A positive, collaborative, and proactive approach to work

About the Role

Penderlaw Solicitors, a well-established and highly regarded law firm in the heart of Truro, is seeking a Residential Conveyancer to join our successful Residential Property Department.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team with a strong reputation and a consistent flow of high-quality work. You will manage your own varied caseload while benefiting from a collaborative environment that encourages professional development and career progression.

Lawyers within the department are encouraged to shape their caseloads around their strengths and interests. We are committed to supporting professional development and can provide financial assistance, study leave, and examination leave where appropriate for those working towards qualification.

While the role is primarily office-based, flexible working arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

Key ResponsibilitiesResidential Property Matters

You will advise and act for individuals across a broad range of residential property transactions, including:

Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
Remortgages and equity release
Transfers of equity and gifts
Auction conveyancing
Drafting loan agreements and legal charges
Drafting and renewing residential leases
Lease extensions, lease variations, and related deeds
First registration of title
Transfers of part, including building plots

Additional Commercial Property Exposure

Although the role is primarily residential conveyancing focused, the department also undertakes a range of commercial property work. Depending on your experience and interests, you may gain exposure to:

Grant and assignment of commercial leases
Lease renewals and terminations
Security of tenure matters
Licences to occupy
Land redevelopment transactions, including conditional contracts and overage agreements
Commercial mortgages and funding arrangements
Agricultural land transactions
Auction properties
Business sales and purchases

Compliance, Client Care and Teamwork

You will also be responsible for:

Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures, including AML and source of funds checks
Delivering excellent client care and maintaining strong professional relationships
Working collaboratively with colleagues across departments, including Matrimonial and Private Client teams
Supporting the continued growth and success of the department through effective file management and commercial awareness
Participating in departmental and firm-wide training initiatives

Person Specification

The successful candidate will be:

A qualified or part-qualified property lawyer
Confident managing residential conveyancing matters
Technically competent and keen to continue developing their expertise
Client-focused with strong interpersonal skills
An effective communicator, both written and verbal
Organised, efficient, and capable of managing competing priorities
Commercially aware and proactive in their approach
A collaborative team player
Interested in developing broader property law experience, including commercial property work (desirable but not essential)

Benefits

We offer a supportive working environment and an attractive benefits package, including:

Competitive salary
Bonus scheme
20 days annual leave, increasing by one day per year up to five years' service
Generous Christmas and New Year office closure
Free city-centre parking (subject to availability)
Company pension scheme
Free or subsidised legal services
Career progression support and agreed study leave
In-house training and development opportunities
Practising Certificate fees paid
Flexible and home-working arrangements by agreement

How to Apply

If you are a qualified or part-qualified property lawyer looking to develop your career within a respected and supportive firm, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and covering letter to by 30 June 2026 .

Pay: £35,000.00-£48,000.00 per year

Experience:
conveyancing: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person