Residential & Commercial Property Solicitor

Residential Property Solicitor (with optional Commercial Property experience)
Location: Haywards Heath
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)
Experience: NQ and above

A modern, forward-thinking law firm in Haywards Heath is seeking a capable and motivated Residential Property Solicitor to join its busy and growing property team. The firm has built a strong reputation locally for delivering high-quality legal services with a personal touch, and it prides itself on offering a supportive and collaborative working environment.

This is an opportunity to take on an existing caseload of c30 live matters requiring a smooth handover, the firm is keen to find a new Property Solicitor who can hit the ground running and continue delivering excellent service to its longstanding client base.

The Role

The successful candidate will handle a broad caseload of residential property work, with the opportunity to get involved in commercial property matters where appropriate. Commercial experience is desirable but not essential, and support will be available from other fee earners with expertise in this area.

This role is open to solicitors from newly qualified level and above, with a genuine opportunity for progression and autonomy. The new joiner will report to a senior solicitor based in the Haywards Heath office and collaborate with a small number of remote consultant solicitors. They will also be expected to delegate to and supervise paralegals and trainees, playing an active role in supporting the wider team.

What the Firm Offers

• A varied mix of residential and commercial property work
• Competitive salary in the region of £40,000 to £55,000, depending on experience
• A supportive and modern working culture
• Flexible office hours for those with childcare or other responsibilities
• A strong pipeline of quality work and longstanding client relationships

Candidate Profile

• A qualified solicitor (NQ+) with residential property experience
• Ideally, some experience or interest in commercial property work
• Confident managing their own caseload and liaising directly with clients
• A team player who enjoys mentoring junior staff
• Someone who lives within a commutable distance of Haywards Heath and is happy to be office-based

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking firm at an exciting time of growth. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to ensure a smooth transition for ongoing matters.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.