Senior Conveyancing Lawyer / Partner
Location: Leeds City Centre
Salary: £60,000 to £90,000 plus bonus (depending on experience)
Experience: Senior level
This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior residential conveyancing lawyer to join a busy, well-established conveyancing team known for high standards, client satisfaction and a supportive culture. The firm combines the stability of an established reputation with a forward-thinking approach, welcoming new ideas, innovation and technology.
The conveyancing department is structured into dedicated teams, each made up of an experienced conveyancer and a senior conveyancing assistant, creating a collaborative environment with strong day-to-day support.
The Opportunity
You will manage a varied residential conveyancing caseload from start to finish, including freehold, leasehold and shared ownership transactions.
About the Role
* Independently manage residential property transactions from instruction to completion, ensuring compliance and quality standards are met
* Conduct comprehensive title reviews, raising and resolving issues as they arise
* Advise clients on mortgage offers and Help to Buy schemes
* Confidently manage complex leasehold and shared ownership matters, resolving challenges in a timely way
* Liaise with clients, lenders, estate agents and other solicitors to ensure smooth progress of each transaction
* Prepare transfer documents, obtain redemption figures and ready files for completion once contracts are exchanged
* Keep the case management system and client portal updated, ensuring accurate and timely progress reporting
What We’re Looking For
Essential
* At least six years’ strong residential conveyancing experience
* Thorough understanding of residential property transactions
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to professionally manage a busy caseload with attention to detail
* A passion for providing quality client care and successfully delivering results on time
* A proactive, solution-oriented approach to handling complex transactions independently
What’s On Offer
Remuneration
* Salary of £60,000 to £90,000 plus a generous bonus scheme (commensurate with experience)
Work-life balance and flexibility
* Hybrid and flexible working after a period of training
* Office attendance of at least one day per week
* Supportive, friendly work environment with a focus on work-life balance
Holiday and wellbeing
* Generous holiday entitlement, including Christmas closure
* Your birthday off
* Incremental holiday days
* Healthcare cash plan
* Employee Assistance Programme to support your wellbeing
Culture and community
* Casual dress code (business attire only when meeting clients)
* Sports and Social and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee
* Paid volunteer day off to support a cause of your choice
Development
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression
About the Firm
Our client is a well-established law firm with high standards and a strong focus on quality and support for both clients and staff. The firm is also committed to innovation and welcomes fresh ideas, offering a modern environment where you can make a genuine impact.
Location & Working Arrangements
This role is based in Leeds City Centre, with hybrid and flexible working available after an initial training period. The firm asks for at least one day per week in the office.
Next Steps
Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.
All applications will be handled in strict confidence.
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