Legal Advisor – New Build Property

  • Location:
    Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
  • Salary:
    c£35,000 / per annum D.O.E + bonus
  • Posted:
    1 day ago
  • Category:
    Professional Services Jobs
  • Deadline:
    April 10, 2027

Express Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and forward-thinking law firm who are seeking a Legal Advisor to join their specialist New Build team based in Mansfield.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative firm offering a modern working environment and genuine career development. You will manage a caseload of new build property transactions within a fast-paced, deadline-driven team, supported by a strong internal structure that allows you to focus on the technical aspects of the role.

In return, the successful candidate will benefit from hybrid and flexible working, a 35-hour working week, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service), birthday leave, wellbeing days, a bonus scheme, and ongoing training and development opportunities, alongside a friendly team culture with regular social and charity events.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of new build residential property transactions (freehold and leasehold)
  • Review and report on contract packs including title, plans and developer documentation
  • Raise initial enquiries and ensure key matters are addressed early in the process
  • Check searches, mortgage offers and scheme documentation where applicable
  • Liaise with developers, agents, lenders and solicitors to progress transactions
  • Work to tight exchange deadlines and ensure transactions progress efficiently
  • Provide a high level of client care throughout the transaction process

Skills & Experience

  • 2–3 years’ experience within residential conveyancing
  • Experience within new build transactions advantageous
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy caseload
  • Excellent communication skills and client-focused approach
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Proactive, detail-oriented and a strong team player

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.

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Vacancy Summary

Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire

Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum D.O.E + bonus

Job Type: Permanent

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.