Rustington Recruitment

We are seeking a dedicated Residential Property Lawyer to join our client’s friendly and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional who will be already managing a residential property caseload and is looking for career development and opportunities to shape the future of their conveyancing services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee residential conveyancing matters.
• Provide legal advice and support to clients throughout the conveyancing process.
• Foster relationships with clients, estate agents, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal regulations and standards.
• Enhance their professional growth and abilities within the firm.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Residential Conveyancer.
• Excellent knowledge of residential conveyancing procedures and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently and effectively.
• Potential for future leadership and team management through career development.

What They Offer:

• Competitive salary with a lucrative bonus scheme.
• Long-term career prospects within the firm.
• Opportunity to grow and develop the conveyancing department.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.

If you are a motivated and experienced Residential Conveyancer looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

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On behalf of our client, we are recruiting an experienced Senior Conveyancer to lead the rebuild of a modern, efficient conveyancing department. This is a clean‑slate leadership role with no backlog, no inherited issues, and full support from the Principal.

The ideal candidate will be commercially balanced, steady, organised, and confident running residential conveyancing matters while shaping workflows and future support‑staff structure.

• Leadership opportunity — build and shape the department from day one
• No legacy problems — no backlog, no dysfunctional systems, no drama
• Autonomy — freedom to influence workflows, templates, and quality standards
• Sensible caseloads — quality‑focused high‑street practice, not a volume factory
• Supportive culture — calm environment, strong agent relationships
• Competitive senior salary — £55k–£65k depending on experience

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years’ residential conveyancing experience
• Strong handling of freehold, leasehold, new build, and lender work
• Commercial awareness — understands throughput and viability
• Calm, steady communication style
• Organised, process‑driven approach
• Comfortable working within established systems
• Positive, professional attitude

Role Responsibilities

• Running and supervising residential conveyancing matters
• Designing and improving workflows
• Leading on compliance and risk management
• Building relationships with local agents
• Helping recruit and mentor future support staff
• Reporting directly to the Principal

Commercial Expectations

• This is a senior role, not a low‑volume “quality only” position
• Expected caseload: 35–45 active matters, supported by admin staff
• The department must operate at a commercially viable level
• The role includes leadership, not just fee‑earning

Culture & Environment

• Calm, supportive, non‑chaotic environment
• High‑street reputation with loyal clients
• Strong relationships with local estate agents
• Principal is hands‑on, fair, and supportive
• No volume pressures

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Our client is looking for an experienced Wills & Probate fee-earner (2+ years PQE) to join their dedicated team. This role primarily involves:

-Probate and Estate Administration: Managing a variety of cases, from basic estates (below the inheritance tax threshold) to more complex taxable estates requiring IHT400 forms and relevant schedules.

-Wills and LPA’s: Assisting clients with estate planning, drafting Wills, preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney and undertaking Court of Protection work.

The team in Private Client have completed Dementia Friends training and are members of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

-Have 2+ years of PQE working in a private client department, managing their own caseload

-Be a team player who is flexible, self-sufficient, and adept at managing a diverse client base, including older clients and high-net-worth individuals

-Possess strong IT skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

What They Offer

We value our team and provide a range of benefits, including:

• Generous Holiday Allowance: Starting at 25 days per annum, increasing by one day per year after 2 years (up to 30 days), plus fully-paid leave over the Christmas break and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday
• Private Healthcare: Available to all staff (AXA PPP)
• Pension Scheme: Employer contributions through auto-enrolment (Legal & General)
• Free Parking: Conveniently located at their office

Salary: £33K+ pa

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Our client is looking for a Senior Private Client Lawyer to join their firm as Head of the Private Client Department. Located in West Sussex, the firm is dedicated to promoting a healthy work-life balance with a genuinely friendly and approachable culture. They are seeking a like-minded Private Client Lawyer with at least 5 years of PQE to join this busy and productive department.

The department handles a variety of matters such as Wills, Trusts, Probate, Estate Administration and Court of Protection. In addition to overseeing the department, you will also manage your own caseload of Private Client matters. Active involvement in business development and marketing is also expected.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must be an experienced Senior Private Client Lawyer with a minimum of 5 years PQE. Managerial/supervisory experience is preferable and having STEP or working towards it would be highly advantageous. They offer excellent career prospects, with the opportunity to progress to Board level.

Salary will be commensurate with ability and experience.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our client’s residential conveyancing department of 6 at their firm in Chichester. This position is full-time but part-time applications are also welcomed (please specify your suggested days / hours). 3 years+ PQE required.

Duties include:

-Handle own caseload (Freehold and Leasehold Purchases and Sales, Re-mortgages, Transfer of Equity, Shared Ownership to include Staircasing, New Build Property (inc Help to Buy), Lease Extensions, Leasehold Enfranchisement, Equity Release).

-Business development: Building good relations and regular communications with local estate agents and contacts.

-CQS update training / AML training.

Note: Redbrick case management system is used by all the conveyancing department

Salary negotiable but circa 50k pa

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The Role

We are looking for an experienced Wills & Probate fee-earner (2+ years PQE) to join our client’s team. This role primarily involves:

-Probate and Estate Administration: Managing a variety of cases, from basic estates (below the inheritance tax threshold) to more complex taxable estates requiring IHT400 forms and relevant schedules.

-Assisting clients with estate and tax planning (using Wills, trusts and lifetime giving), Living Wills, Statutory Wills, preparing Powers of Attorney and undertaking Court of Protection work, dealing with the finances and (if appropriate) making an application for relevant benefits, administration of trusts, information on home care, preserving assets in the event of long-term residential or nursing care, care home contracts.

All of their team in Private Client have completed Dementia Friends training and are members of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

-Have 2+ years of PQE in Wills & Probate

-Be a team player who is flexible, self-sufficient, and adept at managing a diverse client base, including older clients and high-net-worth individuals

-Possess strong IT skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

What They Offer

Generous Holiday Allowance: Starting at 25 days per annum, increasing by one day per year (up to 30 days), plus fully-paid leave over the Christmas break and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday.

• Private Healthcare: Available to all staff after a qualifying period.
• Pension Scheme: Employer contributions through auto-enrollment.
• Free On Site Parking
• £35,000 – £40,000 salary

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Summary

We are seeking a Residential Conveyancing Paralegal to join our client’s team. In this role, you will be involved in residential property transactions from start to finish, assisting conveyancers and ensuring a smooth and efficient process for their clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of residential conveyancing transactions (freehold sale or purchase, leasehold sale or purchase, transfer of equity, first registration) including fixed fee quotes, new file openings, Veriphy ID checks, Client Care Letter with T’s and C’s, preparing draft Contract packs, completing Stamp Duty Land Tax forms, raising bills, producing Completion Statements and submitting applications to Land Registry for registration on completion
• Communicate effectively with clients, estate agents, and other parties involved in the process
• Maintain Redbrick case management (training will be given) and manage case files efficiently
• Prepare contract packs to be sent out
• Closing and archiving of files after completion
• Handling Deeds enquiries + general residential conveyancing enquiries

Requirements

• Proven experience in residential conveyancing is essential (minimum 2 years)
• Knowledge of Completion Statements / post completion work
• Proficiency in IT applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Effective time management skills to meet deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,000.00-£28,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

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Our client has a new requirement for an MRICS or AssocMRICS qualified surveyor with experience in delivering RICS Level 2 and Level 3 residential surveys. Other work to include Valuations (no lending work), defect diagnosis, Party Wall awards depending upon experience. Work is high quality and low volume.

Position can be office based in Rustington or with a possibility of having a surveyor home based in North Surrey/ SW London . Full or part time. Salary according to area and experience. West Sussex would be £45 – 55k basic plus bonus scheme.

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Our client has a new opening for an experienced Trusts and Probate Solicitor to join the team at their Chichester office.

Probate and Estate Administration: Managing a variety of cases, from basic estates (below the inheritance tax threshold) to more complex taxable estates requiring IHT400 forms and relevant schedules, including the application of appropriate tax reliefs.
Intestate Estates: Handling cases where the deceased died intestate, with a sound understanding of intestacy rules and procedures.
Trusts Knowledge: Demonstrating an understanding of trusts, including tax principles affecting trusts upon creation and throughout their lifetime. Advising on their application in wills or during the creation of lifetime trusts.
Life Interest and Discretionary Trusts: Managing the setup and administration of trusts arising from wills, including processes for collapsing discretionary trusts when appropriate during estate administration.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have 3+ years of PQE in a relevant area, with STEP membership (or willingness to work towards it) being advantageous but not essential.
• Be a team player who is flexible, self-sufficient, and adept at managing a diverse client base, including older clients and high-net-worth individuals.
• Possess strong IT skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Work independently while receiving support and supervision as needed.

You will receive a competitive salary and:

• Holiday Allowance: Starting at 25 days per annum, increasing by one day per year (up to 30 days), plus fully-paid leave over the Christmas break and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Private Healthcare: Available to all staff after a qualifying period.
• Pension Scheme: Employer contributions through auto-enrolment.
• Free Parking.

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We are looking for a Commercial Property Lawyer (PQE 3 years +) to join our client’s Legal 500 ranked Commercial Property team.

Our ideal candidate will have experience in all aspects of Commercial Property Law along with the ability to establish and build on good client relationships and take and action effectively detailed instructions.

Benefits: • Competitive salary. • Firm-wide bonus scheme. • 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays, plus additional birthday day, plus 2 Me Days per year. • NHS top-up Healthcare Scheme. • Hybrid working environment. • Firm pays parking costs when working in the office.

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