Job Description
I’m currently working with a respected Yorkshire law firm looking to appoint a senior Residential Conveyancer to lead the launch and growth of its conveyancing department in Harrogate.
This is a rare leadership opportunity for an ambitious conveyancing professional seeking autonomy, strategic influence, and a clear pathway to becoming Head of Conveyancing.
The Role
• Build, develop, and lead the residential conveyancing department
• Manage a high-quality caseload of residential property matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new build, and shared ownership transactions
• Oversee recruitment, team development, and departmental growth
• Develop relationships with local agents, brokers, referrers, and clients
• Ensure exceptional client service, compliance, and technical standards
About You
• Highly experienced Residential Conveyancer (circa 10 years' PQE or equivalent)
• Strong technical knowledge across all aspects of residential conveyancing
• Previous management or supervisory experience is advantageous
• Commercially minded with an interest in business development and team leadership
• Experience using Proclaim case management software
• Strong communication, organisational, and client relationship skills
What's on Offer?
• Opportunity to build and lead a new department
• Significant autonomy and strategic input
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear progression into a senior leadership role
• Strong administrative and operational support
• Stable, supportive, and ambitious firm culture
If you're a senior conveyancer looking for a role that offers leadership, influence, and long-term career progression, contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.