Job Description

Residential Property Solicitor – Harrogate – £45,000–£60,000 + Flexible Working & Benefits
3–6 PQE | Full-time | Client-Facing Role | CQS-Accredited Team

The Opportunity
We are working in partnership with a highly regarded Yorkshire law firm to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor with 3–6 years’ PQE (flexible). This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and collaborative residential conveyancing team known for its strong client focus, technical quality, and use of modern working practices.

You’ll manage your own caseload with autonomy, receive support from an experienced team, and enjoy genuine flexibility and professional development opportunities.

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000–£60,000, depending on experience

• 35-hour working week

• Flexitime with the opportunity to earn up to 4 additional leave days per year

• Hybrid working model (minimum 3 days in office)

• Death in service benefit

• Medical cash plan

• Salary sacrifice on-site parking (Harrogate, subject to availability)

• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days of annual leave

• Staff discount on legal services for employees and close family

The Role
You’ll join a well-established CQS-accredited residential property team and work with a broad range of clients, from first-time buyers to high-net-worth individuals. Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling sales, purchases, re-mortgages, leasehold and freehold transactions

• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and solicitors

• Providing clear, timely legal advice and progressing matters from instruction to completion

• Supporting junior lawyers and contributing to team learning

• Maintaining up-to-date records and case management systems

• Actively contributing to business development and client care initiatives

What We're Looking For

• A qualified Solicitor with 3–6 years' PQE in residential conveyancing (PQE flexible)

• Able to handle a full caseload with minimal supervision

• Technically proficient and confident using legal IT systems (full training on in-house systems provided)

• Team player with strong client care skills and commercial awareness

• Keen to contribute to marketing, networking and business development activity

Location
Hybrid working is supported, though a consistent in-office presence is required for team collaboration and client service.

The Firm
Our client is a long-established, progressive Yorkshire law firm with a strong reputation for quality and client care. The firm has embraced a paper-light and tech-enabled working environment, utilising Microsoft Surface devices, cloud-based case management, and flexible desk and calendar tools to ensure maximum efficiency and collaboration.

Apply now
If you're an experienced residential conveyancer looking to join a friendly and forward-thinking law firm with excellent support and benefits, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now or get in touch for a confidential discussion via 0333 996 2882 or lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com