Residential conveyancor

Kick Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Annual welfare allowance

Car insurance contribution

Pension

Staff events

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Our client is a Yorkshire-based law firm with offices in Barnsley and Wakefield, specialising in residential and commercial conveyancing. The role is to join the Conveyancing Department in Wakefield and manage own caseload, progressing transactions from onboarding to post-completion, handling due diligence and searches.

Applicants must have at least four years’ PQE and be self-sufficient, motivated and collaborative.

Qualifications

• At least four years PQE.
• Able to manage a caseload independently.
• Self-sufficient, motivated and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Progress property transactions from onboarding to post-completion.
• Carry out due diligence and searches.
• Manage files through each stage of the conveyancing process.
• Work alongside Head of Conveyancing and two secretaries for onboarding and client calls.

Skills

Conveyancing

Caseload management

Due diligence

Property transactions

Education

Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer qualification

Job description

Our client is a Yorkshire-based law firm with offices in Barnsley and Wakefield. Operating in the legal services industry, the firm specialises in clinical negligence, personal injury and residential conveyancing. Its conveyancing work is offered on a fixed-fee basis, so clients know the quoted price they will pay. Litigation services are typically handled on a no-win, no-fee basis.

The firm serves clients seeking support with property transactions and legal matters relating to injury and clinical negligence. Much of its conveyancing work comes through word of mouth and repeat business. The firm has received strong client reviews, reflecting its focus on service and competitive local pricing.

About the company

Our client is a Yorkshire-based law firm with offices in Barnsley and Wakefield. Operating in the legal services industry, the firm specialises in clinical negligence, personal injury and residential conveyancing. Its conveyancing work is offered on a fixed-fee basis, so clients know the quoted price they will pay. Litigation services are typically handled on a no-win, no-fee basis.

The firm serves clients seeking support with property transactions and legal matters relating to injury and clinical negligence. Much of its conveyancing work comes through word of mouth and repeat business. The firm has received strong client reviews, reflecting its focus on service and competitive local pricing.

About the role

Our client is seeking an experienced Residential & Commercial Conveyancing Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer to join its busy Conveyancing Department in Wakefield. The role has been created to support the department’s growth and meet continued demand for its services.

You will manage your own caseload independently, from client onboarding through to post-completion, and be able to complete around 25–30 cases per month. Day-to-day work includes progressing property transactions, carrying out due diligence and searches, and managing files through each stage of the conveyancing process. You will work alongside the Head of Conveyancing and two secretaries who support onboarding, administration, quotations and client calls.

Applicants must have at least four years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) and be self-sufficient, motivated and collaborative.

Useful Infomation

• Role: Residential & Commercial Conveyancing Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer.
• Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The firm also has an office in Barnsley.
• Working arrangement: Office-based initially for training and support. After successful completion of probation, there is the option to work from home or the Barnsley office for up to two days per week, subject to client needs.
• Working pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.15 pm, with a one-hour lunch break; 36.25 hours per week.
• Experience: At least four years’ PQE and the ability to manage a caseload independently from onboarding to post-completion.
• Caseload: Applicants should be able to complete approximately 25–30 cases per month.
• Employment type: Full-time, permanent

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: From £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Profit share: After the first 12 months of employment, an annual share of 25% of fees billed and received above £175,000.
• Annual welfare allowance: £400 towards eligible costs such as gym or sports club membership, mindfulness, glasses, dental treatment or private medical treatment.
• Car insurance contribution: Up to £600 per year for fee earners.
• Holiday: 25 days for up to two years’ service, 27 days after two years and 30 days after five years. Bank holidays are additional.
• Pension: Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the NEST pension scheme after successfully completing probation. Contributions are 3% from the employer, 4% from the employee and 1% tax relief.
• Staff events: An annual firm-paid staff day out and an annual Christmas meal and evening out, with expenses covered.