Residential Property Solicitor

Senior Associate Residential Property Solicitor

Location: Reading, Thames Valley (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Key Benefits:

Hybrid Working (Flexible Office/Home Split)
27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Perks Box Membership (Retail & Lifestyle Discounts)
Generous Company Pension Scheme
Ideal for candidates living within commuting distance of Reading

A leading Legal 500 firm in the Thames Valley is seeking an experienced and team-focused Senior Associate Solicitor to join its highly regarded Residential Property team based in Reading.

Due to continued growth, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Residential Property Lawyer (5+ years PQE) who enjoys collaborative working, mentoring junior team members and being part of a firm with a strong presence across Berkshire and the Thames Valley.

The Role:

As a Senior Associate, you will:

Manage a broad and high-quality caseload including complex sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, leasehold and freehold matters, new builds, first registrations and shared ownership transactions
Play an active role in the supervision and development of junior colleagues, providing mentoring and guidance
Work closely with the Reading-based partners and contribute to the growth and development of the team
Build and maintain strong client relationships with a focus on excellent client service
Assist with business development activities, local networking and maintaining the firm’s reputation across the Thames Valley

? Requirements:

5+ years PQE as a Residential Property Solicitor
Experience handling complex and high-value property matters
Team-oriented, with a proven track record of mentoring or supervising junior staff
Strong communication and client care skills
Comfortable working in a collaborative, partner-led environment
Local knowledge of the Reading/Thames Valley property market is advantageous
Must live within commutable distance of Reading (or be genuinely willing to relocate)

What’s On Offer?

Excellent career progression prospects, with a clear pathway to future leadership roles
Opportunity to work alongside Legal 500 ranked lawyers
Flexible hybrid working policy
Competitive salary, 27 days annual leave, strong pension contributions and Perks Box benefits
Supportive, professional and collegiate culture

If you are a Residential Property Senior Associate looking to take the next step in your career with a progressive and highly regarded Reading-based firm, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Send your CV today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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