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We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a Trainee Solicitor to join our Residential Conveyancing team and develop their career within a high‑performing, modern practice.
Direct mentoring and supervision from Fiona Parsons, Partner, a highly experienced conveyancing solicitor with over 22 years post‑qualification experience will support your development into a confident, technically strong practitioner.
As a trainee you will gain hands‑on experience across a full range of residential property transactions while benefiting from structured support, real responsibility, and exposure to high‑quality work.
Location: Maldon, Essex
Employment type: Full Time, Training Contracts
Date added: May, 20, 2026
What You Will Be Doing
- Assisting with residential conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion
- Supporting freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
- Drafting contracts, transfers and supporting documentation
- Reviewing title, searches and raising enquiries
- Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors
- Using case management systems and digital onboarding tools
- Ensuring compliance with lender requirements, regulatory obligations and firm procedures
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious candidate who is serious about building a career in residential conveyancing.
Ideal Candidates Will Demonstrate
- A qualifying law degree (LLB/GDL) and progress toward SQE or LPC
- A genuine interest in property law and conveyancing
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn
- The ability to work in a structured, process‑driven environment
- Commercial awareness and interest in how a modern conveyancing practice operates
Prior experience in a conveyancing or legal environment is advantageous but not essential.
What We Offer
- Direct mentoring from Fiona Parsons (Partner)
- A structured and supportive training environment
- Exposure to a high‑volume, quality‑driven conveyancing practice
- Early responsibility with appropriate supervision
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear progression pathway to qualification and beyond
- A modern firm with investment in technology, systems and process improvement
Why This Role Stands Out
- Work alongside an experienced Partner from day one
- Learn how to deliver conveyancing without compromising quality
- Be developed with a clear expectation of qualification and progression
How to apply
Please send your CV and a short covering letter explaining your interest in conveyancing and this role to:
james.kew@kewlaw.co.uk
James Kew, Managing Partner
careers@kewlaw.co.uk
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