Job Description
Property Lawyer (5 PQE) – CQS Senior Reporting Officer
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 + Fee Share
Location: London
The Opportunity
An ambitious and growing law firm is looking to appoint a Property Lawyer (circa 5 PQE) to take on a dual role combining fee earning with CQS Senior Reporting Officer responsibilities.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a strategic, compliance-influencing position within a modern firm that advises on a broad range of real estate matters, including residential and commercial transactions, development, and finance.
You’ll play a key role in shaping quality standards, supporting best practice, and influencing how the property function evolves.
The Role
This position combines hands-on legal work with compliance leadership, including:
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Managing a reduced caseload of residential conveyancing matters
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Acting as CQS Senior Reporting Officer, ensuring adherence to protocol and lender requirements
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Conducting file reviews and audits to maintain quality and mitigate risk
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Supporting and mentoring junior team members
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Driving process improvements and best practice across the team
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Acting as a key point of contact for compliance-related queries
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
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A Qualified Solicitor with circa 5 years’ PQE
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Experienced in residential conveyancing, with strong technical grounding
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Interested in stepping into a more strategic / compliance-focused role
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Detail-oriented, with a strong understanding of risk, file management, and client care
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Confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels
Previous exposure to CQS, audits, or supervision would be highly advantageous.
The Firm
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A modern, forward-thinking law firm with a growing presence in the London market
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Advises across multiple practice areas including real estate, corporate, dispute resolution and finance
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Known for delivering tailored, client-focused legal solutions and building long-term client relationships
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Offers a collaborative environment with a focus on quality, efficiency, and innovation
What’s on Offer
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Competitive base salary up to £60,000
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Attractive fee-sharing scheme with strong earning potential
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Clear pathway into senior leadership / Head of Department
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Opportunity to transition away from a high-volume caseload
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Supportive and entrepreneurial working culture
Why Apply?
This role is ideal for a mid-level property lawyer who wants to:
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Move beyond pure fee earning
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Gain exposure to compliance and leadership responsibilities
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Play a meaningful role in shaping a growing property team
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.
David Hawthorne-Finch
0333 996 2882