Residential Conveyancing Solicitor (NQ - 3 PQE)

Residential Conveyancing Solicitor (NQ- 3 PQE)
Location: Galashiels
Firm: Leading Scottish Borders Firm
Salary: Competitive Salary

The Role

Buying or selling a home is rarely just a transaction - it's a moment that matters. And in a close-knit market like the Scottish Borders, reputation, trust and relationships carry real weight.

This firm has built its name on exactly that. Known locally for its approachable, down-to-earth style and consistently high standard of work, it has become a go-to for residential property across the region. With a steady flow of instructions and long-standing client relationships, the team is now looking to bring in an additional Solicitor to support its continued growth.

In this role, you'll run your own caseload from the outset, handling a mix of transactions including sales, purchases, remortgages and new builds. You'll be given the space to manage files in your own way, but always with the backing of an experienced team around you.

You'll be trusted to take ownership, while still being part of a genuinely supportive and collaborative environment. Clients often return time and again, so there's a real opportunity to build lasting relationships and become a familiar, trusted name in the local market.

As you settle in, there's scope to broaden your role beyond fee-earning, whether that's supporting junior colleagues, getting involved in business development or further embedding yourself in the local community.

The Work

• Managing a full residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion
• Handling sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of title and new builds
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating missives
• Liaising with clients, lenders, estate agents and other solicitors
• Maintaining accurate file management and case records
• Supporting business development and client relationship growth
• Assisting with supervision of junior team members

Your Experience

• Qualified Scottish Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE)
• Experience managing residential conveyancing transactions independently
• Strong knowledge of Scottish conveyancing procedures
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• A proactive, professional and team-focused approach
• Interest in networking and business development

Why This Role?

• Join a highly regarded, client-first firm with a strong reputation across the Scottish Borders
• Be part of a well known Residential Property team
• Consistent, high-quality workload with real autonomy
• Supportive, close-knit and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to build your profile within a well-established local market
• Genuine flexibility and work-life balance
• Competitive salary tailored to experience

If you'd like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott on 0131 460 7747 or email tilly@jmc-legal.com for a confidential discussion.