About the Role
Residential Conveyancing Solicitor (NQ- 3 PQE) Location: Galashiels Firm: Leading Scottish Borders Firm Salary: Competitive SalaryThe 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 WorkManaging a full residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completionHandling sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of title and new buildsDrafting, reviewing and negotiating missivesLiaising with clients, lenders, estate agents and other solicitorsMaintaining accurate file management and case recordsSupporting business development and client relationship growthAssisting with supervision of junior team members Your ExperienceQualified Scottish Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE)Experience managing residential conveyancing transactions independentlyStrong knowledge of Scottish conveyancing proceduresExcellent communication and client care skillsHighly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlinesA proactive, professional and team-focused approachInterest in networking and business developmentWhy This Role?Join a highly regarded, client-first firm with a strong reputation across the Scottish BordersBe part of a well known Residential Property teamConsistent, high-quality workload with real autonomySupportive, close-knit and collaborative working environmentOpportunity to build your profile within a well-established local marketGenuine flexibility and work-life balanceCompetitive salary tailored to experienceIf 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.