Conveyancing Solicitor

The Best Connection; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in York is seeking an experienced Residential Property Legal Adviser with at least 5 years PQE to join its dynamic team. This position involves ensuring compliance with standards, managing your caseload, and providing high-quality legal services. The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials and demonstrate excellent communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working conditions, and additional benefits including generous holiday and a wellness group.

Benefits

Competitive salary - Negotiable

Hybrid & flexible working

25 days holiday + bank holidays, your birthday off

Death in service scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Wellness group

In-house development programme

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE required.
• Ability to multitask, manage time, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Leads by example and motivates others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Residential Property work aligns with firm policies and standards.
• Provide high-quality, timely legal service and client communication.
• Manage own caseload and assist colleagues.

Skills

Strong academic background; qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or ILEX

Fee earning experience and familiarity with professional partnerships and LLPs

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong organisational, numerical, and financial skills

Proficient in IT systems, including desktop and case management tools

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or ILEX with at least 5 years PQE

Job description

The Best Connection is looking for a Residential Property Legal Adviser with at least 5 years PQE to join our client's growing and dynamic team in York.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Residential Property work aligns with firm policies and departmental standards.
• Provide high-quality, timely legal service and client communication.
• Manage own caseload and assist colleagues with advice and representation.
• Maintain professional standards and regulatory compliance (e.g. SRA).
• Record and develop professional competencies.
• Promote the firm internally and externally.
• Stay informed on law, funding, and compliance.
• Follow internal systems (case management, audits, due diligence, time recording).
• Meet billing targets and manage credit control.
• Maximise profitability and minimise waste.
• Collaborate effectively with staff and stakeholders.
• Support staff performance and development.
• Engage with community and promote the firm.
• Participate in meetings and share best practice.

Skills

• Strong academic background; qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or ILEX with at least 5 years PQE
• Fee earning experience and familiarity with professional partnerships and LLPs
• Knowledge of firm operations, people, finances, and strategic objectives
• Excellent written and verbal communication; persuasive and confident presenter
• Strong organisational, numerical, and financial skills
• Ability to multitask, manage time, and meet deadlines under pressure
• Builds effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders
• Proficient in IT systems, including desktop and case management tools
• Demonstrates legal expertise and applies specialist knowledge
• Makes sound decisions, shows initiative, and takes responsibility
• Leads by example; motivates, empowers, and supports others
• Promotes ethics, integrity, and equal opportunities
• Works collaboratively and fosters team spirit
• Adapts to change, handles stress, and embraces new ideas
• Learns quickly, retains information, and solves problems analytically
• Sets clear objectives and maintains high standards of quality and commitment
• Identifies business opportunities and demonstrates financial awareness
• Network effectively and represents the firm positively

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary - Negotiable subject to skills and experience
• Hybrid & flexible working - Standard hours are office based with the exception to work from home etc on occasion
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, your birthday off
• Death in service scheme - peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Healthcare cash plan - supporting your physical and financial well-being
• Wellness group - because mental health matters
• In-house development programme and progression plan - to help you grow your role with a personal development plan tailored to your goals

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.