Commercial & Residential Property Associate (Remote)

Full-Time | Fully Remote | England & Wales

We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented property professional to join a growing property-focused business operating across residential and commercial matters in England and Wales.

This role would suit either:

• A recently qualified solicitor/CILEx lawyer (England & Wales), OR
• A highly experienced non-qualified property professional with strong practical experience in residential and commercial property matters.

The position is fully remote (office attendance in New Forest optional) and requires someone who is self-driven, organised, commercially aware, and capable of managing responsibilities independently to a high standard.

About the Role

You will support a fast-moving property business across a range of matters which may include:

• Residential conveyancing
• Commercial property transactions
• Lease reviews and drafting
• Due diligence
• Land Registry matters
• Legal research
• Client and third-party communication
• Property compliance and administration
• General operational and legal support

This is a full-time remote role for someone who enjoys ownership, responsibility, and autonomy.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

• Competent and commercially minded
• Diligent and highly organised
• Hard-working and dependable
• Independent and proactive
• Comfortable working remotely without supervision
• Calm under pressure and solution-focused
• Able to manage deadlines effectively
• Strong written and verbal communicator
• Detail-oriented with high standards

Preferred Experience

Either:

• Recently qualified solicitor/ CILEx Lawyer in England & Wales, OR
• Significant experience in residential and commercial property

Experience with:

• Conveyancing processes
• Land Registry applications
• Leasehold matters
• Commercial leases
• Property transactions
• Case management systems

is highly desirable.

Remote Working Expectations

This is a fully remote role and attendance in our New Forest office is optional. We are specifically looking for someone who thrives in an independent working environment and takes personal responsibility for productivity, organisation, and communication.

Salary & Progression

Salary: £45,000–£65,000 depending on experience, capability, and level of independence.

Additional performance-based bonuses and progression opportunities available for the right candidate.

This role offers genuine long-term growth potential within a growing business for someone who wants responsibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to become a trusted part of the operation.

Application Requirements

To apply, please submit:

1. Your CV
2. A short cover letter answering ALL of the following questions:

Cover Letter Questions

1. Why are you interested in this role?
2. What experience do you have in residential and commercial property?
3. How do you ensure you remain productive, organised, and accountable while working remotely without supervision?
4. What systems, routines, or tools do you personally use to manage your workload and deadlines effectively?
5. What do you enjoy most about your current role?
6. What do you enjoy least about your current role?
7. What does your ideal or “dream” position look like?
8. Where do you see yourself professionally in 2-5 years' time?
9. Describe a situation where you had to solve a difficult problem independently.
10. Why do you believe you are a strong fit for this position?

What We Value Most

We are looking for someone who wants to grow with a business long-term and become a trusted part of the operation.

Please send your CV and cover letter/email to AnnieKing@summerfieldbrowne.com