Role: Conveyancing Manager
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000 + Bonus + Hybrid Working + Excellent Benefits
Working Pattern: Full Time | Permanent | Leadership Opportunity
CRA Consulting is delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Barnsley to recruit an experienced Conveyancing Manager to join their growing property division.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Conveyancer, Team Leader or Conveyancing Manager looking to step into a senior leadership role within a progressive and forward‑thinking law firm. The firm has built an excellent reputation across South Yorkshire for delivering high levels of client care alongside a modern and commercially focused approach to residential property law.
Due to continued growth and increasing levels of work, the business is now looking to appoint a strong people manager who can lead, develop and support an established conveyancing team whilst also helping drive performance, client service and operational efficiency across the department.
The role offers a genuine opportunity to influence the future direction of the team and would suit someone who enjoys mentoring and motivating staff whilst remaining technically strong within residential conveyancing matters.
The Opportunity
You will join a friendly and collaborative leadership team where culture, staff retention and client service are genuinely valued. The firm has invested heavily in systems, technology and flexible working arrangements and continues to see strong growth across the residential property sector.
This is not simply a fee‑earning role. The successful individual will play a key role in managing workflows, supporting and developing fee earners, improving processes and ensuring excellent service delivery across the department.
The position offers a strong level of autonomy alongside genuine progression potential for the right individual.
What you’ll be doing
* Managing and supervising a busy residential conveyancing department
* Supporting and mentoring Conveyancers, Paralegals and support staff across the team
* Monitoring team performance, workloads and client service standards
* Assisting with recruitment, onboarding and staff development
* Helping drive efficiency, compliance and operational improvements across the department
* Supporting with technical conveyancing queries and more complex transactions
* Maintaining strong relationships with clients, estate agents, introducers and third parties
* Ensuring files are progressed efficiently in line with regulatory and compliance standards
* Contributing towards the continued growth and development of the property department
* Remaining hands‑on with a smaller caseload of residential conveyancing matters where required
What they’re looking for
* Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive or highly experienced Conveyancing professional
* Proven background within residential conveyancing
* Previous experience supervising or managing a conveyancing team would be highly advantageous
* Strong understanding of the full conveyancing process from instruction through to completion
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions‑focused mindset
* Organised and confident managing workflows within a fast‑paced environment
* Passionate about client care, team development and continuous improvement
What’s on Offer
* Salary between £50,000 and £70,000 depending on experience
* Bonus structure
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
* Genuine progression opportunities
* Supportive and modern working environment
* Strong existing team and leadership support
* Well‑established client base and consistent workflow
* Pension scheme
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Long‑term career stability within a respected South Yorkshire law firm
Interested?
If you are an experienced Conveyancing professional looking for a leadership opportunity within a progressive and growing law firm, this could be an excellent next step in your career.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact:
Rob Addy
CRA Consulting
0114 241 8030
robert.addy@craconsultants.com
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