Job Description Residential Property Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive Location : York Salary : £40,000 to £55,000 Experience : 2 years PQE (Residential Conveyancing) A well-established Yorkshire law firm is looking to recruit a Residential Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its York team. This is a great opportunity for someone w h o enjoys running matters from instruction through to completion, delivering a high standard of client care, and building strong relationships with agents and referrers. You will handle a varied caseload of residential property transactions and will play a key role in supporting the team’s continued growth. The role suits someone proactive, organised, and confident managing files independently, while also contributing to a supportive, collaborative team environment. What You’ll Be Doing Managing a varied caseload of sales, purchases and remortgages from instruction to completion Drafting and reviewing contracts, title documentation and leasehold papers Raising and responding to enquiries, reviewing searches, and providing clear, practical advice Liaising with clients, estate agents and lenders to keep transactions moving smoothly Building and maintaining strong relationships with referrers and repeat clients Supporting the wider team and, where appropriate, supervising junior colleagues Delivering efficient, high-quality service with strong attention to detail What We’re Looking For 2 years PQE (or equivalent experience) in residential conveyancing Qualified Solicitor (SQE route) or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx) Strong understanding of professional integrity and client care Confident working independently, with the ability to prioritise and manage deadlines Strong communication skills and a practical, solutions-focused approach Comfortable using case management systems and Microsoft Office What’s On Offer £40,000 to £55,000 salary (depending on experience) Bonus scheme (subject to eligibility criteria) Enhanced annual leave, plus birthday leave (subject to eligibility criteria) Health and wellbeing benefits Cycle to Work scheme (subject to eligibility criteria) Legal services benefit (subject to eligibility criteria) Long service awards Structured, funded training and ongoing professional development Team events and wellbeing initiatives About the Firm Our client is a long-established Yorkshire law firm with a strong reputation for integrity, approachability, and high-quality client service. The firm offers a supportive environment where people are encouraged to take ownership of their work and develop their careers. Working Arrangements This is a full-time, permanent role based in York. How to Apply 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 treated in the strictest confidence.