Associate

An opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor/Associate  to join our Bristol Residential Property team.

Our residential Property team deal with all different areas of conveyancing, from clients that are buying their very first property to clients that have a portfolio of properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of files, dealing effectively with cases and transactions.
• Build credibility with clients and develops own client relationships through managing client expectations regarding options, outcomes, risk and timescales.
• Scope fees for existing clients
• Grow internal and external networks of clients, intermediaries and contacts.
• Build on personal and department profile and reputation by attending networking events, writing publications/ marketing materials and speaking at seminars.
• Take responsibility for managing aspects of projects that are delegated and meet deadlines.
• Support juniors in the team by giving technical, business and general advice.
• Ensure a good flow of communication to senior lawyers but also more junior members of the team
• Track progress against your own KPIs, meeting targets
• Support with budgetary management of client matters
• Apply all business processes and use resources effectively & efficiently.
• Understand the changes in the practice area/legal sector and the implications for the firm

• Previous experience of managing a residential property caseload
• Qualifed fee earner 2-5PQE
• Ability to manage own files and delegate work to others  
• Strong client management skills with a focus on delivery of excellent client service 

We’re RWK Goodman – a progressive Top 100 law firm. We exist to unlock potential and create a lasting positive impact for our clients, colleagues and communities. Our purpose is what drives our business forward. It’s our guiding principle. And it’s why our clients trust us to be their life-long legal partner.

Over 570 colleagues. 36 specialist areas. 3 core divisions. With offices across the South West, Thames Valley and London. We are widely known for our technical expertise and diverse client base across industries and sectors.

As a people-focused firm, ours is a culture of heart, not ego. In our inclusive environment, we support each other as we strive for success. For ourselves. For each other. And for our clients and communities.

We know our people are what sets us apart. That’s why we’re committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can thrive and achieve your full potential. Because this isn’t ‘just another job in law’. This is an opportunity for ambitious legal professionals to develop rewarding careers, in a culture that cares.

We’re on a mission to create a dynamic and inclusive culture. And that starts with our recruitment process. If you have a disability, whether visible or not, we want to work with you every step of the way. Because we want to give you the best chance of success when you apply. If you need any reasonable adjustments to accommodate your disability, such as extra time on written assessments, an accessible interview room or a quiet space before and after the interview, please speak to our Recruitment Team so that we can work together to help bring your best self.

Over a number of years, we have developed a robust and transparent framework which shows you exactly what you need to achieve in order to grow your career at the firm. This isn’t just about hitting KPIs.

The framework helps you to understand how your contribution and behaviours are woven together to create the basis for your progression in the firm. From Secretary to Partner, you can see exactly what is expected of you along the way.