Senior Associate - Residential Conveyancing

The role

Cripps is seeking a Senior Associate for its Residential Conveyancing team in London. This role is for an experienced lawyer within the Real Estate practice area, focusing on managing a caseload of residential property transactions and client relationships.

What you'll do

• Deliver technically accurate, commercially sound residential property advice
• Manage a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction to completion
• Take instructions directly from clients and maintain strong, trusted relationships
• Manage client expectations proactively and communicate progress clearly and regularly
• Meet clients where necessary and provide a responsive, high-quality service
• Prepare and issue invoices in line with agreed billing arrangements
• Ensure all work complies with the Firm’s standards of client care, risk management, and file management
• Work within an appropriate structure of supervision, escalating issues where required
• Supervise, support and develop junior fee earners, trainees, and support staff
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing and supportive team culture
• Identify and develop new work opportunities from existing and prospective clients
• Build and maintain a strong professional network, including referrers such as agents and lenders
• Attend networking events, seminars and industry functions
• Contribute to thought leadership, including articles, presentations and social media engagement
• Act as an ambassador for the Firm within the London and wider property market
• Ensure full compliance with SRA requirements and the Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Maintain accurate time recording, billing discipline, and effective fee recovery
• Take responsibility for personal professional development and ongoing training
• Demonstrate high levels of integrity, confidentiality and professional conduct

What we're looking for