At Thorntons Law, every moment matters. Join our Residential Property team as a Solicitor and you’ll feel inspired. You’ll feel connected. You’ll feel like you belong. And it all begins from the moment you join us.

That’s because we’ve created a different kind of law firm. Here, you’ll build relationships with clients and colleagues that really last. You’ll help shape what happens now, and what comes next. And we’ll support and encourage you to be the best you can be.

This is what life at Thorntons is all about. And this is your moment to be part of it.

About the role

We’re looking for a Solicitor to join our growing team and help deliver exceptional legal services. Based in our Inverness office, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative environment where you’ll manage a busy and varied caseload in residential property law.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for advising clients on a wide range of residential property matters – from purchases, sales and re-mortgages to new builds, title transfers, and everything in between. You may also support property developers with acquisitions for development, working alongside other legal professionals, financial institutions, and third parties to ensure seamless service.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior lawyer looking to develop your career in residential property law. You’ll have the chance to grow professionally, take on responsibility, and contribute to business development within a forward-thinking team. It’s about:

• Property Transactions – Handling the purchase, sale, re-mortgages, and title transfers for residential properties, including new builds and acquisitions.
• Collaborative Work – Building strong relationships with clients, other solicitors, banks, and property professionals to ensure smooth, efficient transactions.
• Client Relationship Building – Developing lasting client relationships and identifying opportunities for business growth by delivering excellent service.
• Business Development – Working with the team to support the firm’s growth in the property sector.

What you’ll need

We’re looking for:

• A lawyer with up to 2 years’ experience in residential property law (experience in handling purchase, sale, re-mortgages, and new builds is an advantage, but not essential).
• A passion for residential property law and a genuine desire to grow your expertise in the field.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering excellent client service.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to business development and long-term client partnerships.
• The ambition to develop your career further in residential property law and take on increasing responsibility within a supportive team.

What we offer

We offer much more than just a competitive salary, and we’re committed to looking after our people in every way. Here’s just some of the benefits available:

Benefits

• 39 Days Annual Leave (includes 5 fixed public holidays)
• Contributory Pension Scheme with salary exchange
• Private Medical Insurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Income Protection Cover
• Group Life Assurance
• Exceptional maternity, paternity, partner and adoption leave packages
• Assisted Conception & IVF Leave
• Health care cash plan to support everyday health expenses
• 24-hour wellbeing support
• Free Legal fees for moving home and life planning
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym Discounts
• Retail Discounts
• Hybrid Working

Professional development

Access to a wide range of opportunities to build your expertise and advance your career, through courses, specialist accreditations, training, or business skills development. 

Belonging

At Thorntons, we embrace diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

As a Disability Confident employer, we want to ensure that everyone has a positive experience when applying to join us. If you have a disability or are neurodivergent and need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know — we’ll do everything we can to support you.

We work flexibly to meet the needs of our clients and our people. While not every role is the same, most offer a hybrid working pattern. We’ll work with you to agree the right arrangement that supports you, the role, and our clients.

Make the moment matter

If you’re looking for a career with a different kind of law firm, this is the moment to find out more - and apply.
 
Choosing the right company is about more than just the work—it’s about the people, the culture, and the opportunities to grow. At Thorntons Law, we’ve built something different. We’re one of Scotland’s largest and most respected full-service legal firms, but more importantly, we’re a firm that invests in you—your development, your ambitions, and your future.

All you need to do is apply by 1st June and we’ll be in touch.

Apply here or send a CV to opportunities@thorntons-law.co.uk