Job Description

Residential Property Conveyancer/Executive

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Location: Skipton

Experience: 3+ Years

 

Join a Well-Established Legal Practice in Skipton

Are you an experienced residential property Conveyancer or Executive looking to join a well-established legal practice in West Yorkshire? Our client is seeking a motivated residential property professional to join their Morley office on a full-time basis. This is your opportunity to manage a busy caseload of sale and purchase matters whilst building your client base in a supportive environment with excellent career progression opportunities.

 

About the Role

As a Residential Property Conveyancer/Executive, you'll manage a busy caseload of sale and purchase matters from file opening to completion, working with minimum supervision. You'll have extensive experience of freehold and leasehold transactions and will be motivated to create and maintain a solid client base in and around the Morley area, whilst priding yourself on delivering a first-class service throughout the entire conveyancing process.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Full File Management: Dealing with matters at all stages, from taking the client's initial instructions through to completion and archiving, in accordance with office and accounts procedures

• Client Advisory: Taking instructions from clients and advising accordingly on all aspects of residential property transactions

• Documentation: Obtaining and preparing file documentation to the required standard, including contracts, searches, and completion statements

• Financial Management: Billing files and obtaining monies due to the firm from the clients and other parties

• Liaison: Communicating effectively with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other solicitors

• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering regulations and SRA standards

• Professional Development: Maintaining legal knowledge and skills through ongoing learning and development

• Client Base Development: Creating and maintaining a solid client base in and around the Morley area

• Service Excellence: Delivering a first-class service throughout the entire conveyancing process

This role offers genuine variety across residential property transactions, with excellent opportunities for career development and building your own client following.

 

About You

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience at a similar level in residential property conveyancing

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or CILEX with proven track record

• Extensive experience of freehold and leasehold transactions

• Ability to work with minimum supervision and manage own caseload independently

• Ability to deal with technical details and to express solutions to complex legal issues in a concise and customer-friendly way

• Literate and numerate with excellent written and spoken English

• Ability to work accurately in accordance with the requirements of the team

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload to meet deadlines

• Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team

• Ability to deal with enquiries in a customer-friendly and effective manner

• Good keyboard skills and proficiency in case management systems

• Sound technical conveyancing knowledge

• Knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, and legal software

• Knowledge of Solicitors Code of Conduct and SRA regulations

Desirable Attributes:

• Flexible and 'can do' attitude

• Excellent written English to produce documents for clients and other parties

• Good spoken English to resolve telephone enquiries effectively

• Proven track record in building and maintaining client relationships

• Experience supervising or mentoring junior conveyancers or support staff

• Knowledge of the local Morley and Leeds property market

 

What's On Offer

Competitive Remuneration Package:

• Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience)

• Performance-related bonus

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Life assurance

• Employee assistance programme

Career Development:

• Work with a well-established legal practice with a strong reputation across West Yorkshire

• Opportunity to build your own client base in the Morley area

• Supportive team environment with experienced colleagues

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

• Clear progression pathway to senior or supervisory positions

Professional Environment:

• Work with a respected legal practice known for client-focused service

• Collaborative team culture that values employee contributions

• Modern office facilities in Morley, near Leeds

• Commitment to employee wellbeing and work-life balance

 

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established legal practice with a strong reputation across Yorkshire, delivering high-quality legal services across a range of practice areas. The firm is known for their client-focused approach and commitment to excellence.

The firm prides itself on fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment where team members are valued and encouraged to develop their careers. With a focus on employee wellbeing and professional development, they offer a rewarding place to work for ambitious legal professionals.

Our client is committed to providing a first-class service to all clients, with a focus on building long-term relationships and delivering excellent results. The firm values its staff and invests in their development and success, creating a positive and supportive workplace culture.

 

Location & Working Arrangements

This role is based at the Skipton office, working full-time with the residential property team in a modern, well-equipped environment.

 

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Residential Property Conveyancer or Executive with 3+ years' experience looking to join a well-established legal practice with excellent support and genuine career development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact: Lee Hawthorne-Finch lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com 0333 996 2882

Please submit your CV in confidence, indicating your current salary and expectations for this position. All applications will be treated with the utmost discretion.

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