Job Description
Job Title: Residential Conveyancer - In-House Career MoveLocation: South Yorkshire | Hybrid Working | Free On-Site ParkingSalary: £28,000 - £38,000 per annum + 26 Days Holiday + Statutory LeaveContact: Rob Addy, CRA Consulting | Leave the Stress Behind - Step In-House with a Market-Leading HousebuilderAre you a residential conveyancer tired of fee targets, unrealistic deadlines, and endless file pressures?This is your opportunity to step away from the demands of private practice and embrace a more balanced, strategic, and rewarding career path - in-house.CRA Consulting is delighted to be exclusively partnered with one of South Yorkshire's most respected regional housebuilders to recruit a Residential Conveyancer into their legal function. Working as part of a high-performing but close-knit in-house team, you'll enjoy genuine work-life balance, no billing targets, structured working hours, and the chance to contribute to the business's success from within.Why This Opportunity Stands Out
* Competitive Salary: £28,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
* Hybrid Working: Combine office collaboration with home-based flexibility
* 26 Days Holiday + statutory leave - far above private practice averages
* Free On-Site Parking: Enjoy the convenience and cut the commute costs
* No Billable Hours or Sales Targets: Focus on delivering high-quality work without pressure
* Long-Term Security: Work in-house for a thriving, well-capitalised regional employer
This is not your typical conveyancing job. It's a chance to work smarter - not harder - while still using your legal skills to make a tangible difference in a growing business.The RoleYou'll take responsibility for a manageable caseload of residential property matters - with a strong emphasis on internal transactions, plot sales, and property transfers related to the company's growing development portfolio.Your day-to-day will include:
* Managing conveyancing transactions from instruction through to post-completion
* Liaising with colleagues across the business (land, sales, finance, planning) to ensure seamless service
* Advising on the legal process surrounding sales and transfers of residential properties
* Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and internal governance
* Playing a key role in driving efficiency and risk reduction across the legal function
What We're Looking For
* Minimum 2 years' experience in residential conveyancing
* Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer - or significant equivalent experience
* A genuine interest in moving in-house and working in a more commercial environment
* Strong communication skills - able to liaise effectively with both legal and non-legal teams
* A methodical, proactive, and team-first approach
The Career Move You Didn't Know You Were Waiting ForIf you're looking for a legal role that lets you reclaim your evenings, focus on quality over quantity, and contribute meaningfully to a dynamic in-house legal team - this could be the perfect move.How to ApplyFor a confidential discussion, contact Rob Addy at CRA Consulting on, or click Apply Now to submit your CV.CRA Consulting - trusted by the UK's top legal professionals for expert career moves across private practice and in-house.