Senior Property Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Mountain Ash; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Property Solicitor to lead a new conveyancing firm. This exciting opportunity offers a chance to shape the legal landscape and drive growth from the ground up. You'll be at the forefront of building a top-tier practice, managing a diverse caseload, and implementing innovative solutions. With a competitive salary, equity potential, and the autonomy to make impactful decisions, this role is perfect for an ambitious leader ready to take ownership and make a real difference in the property sector. Join this journey and be part of something big!

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Growth Opportunities

Equity Potential

Autonomy & Flexibility

Real Business Impact

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in residential and/or commercial conveyancing.
• Strong knowledge of AML and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Running and growing a conveyancing practice from compliance to client service.
• Managing a caseload of residential and commercial transactions.

Skills

Leadership

Residential Conveyancing

Commercial Conveyancing

AML Compliance

Risk Management

Client Service

Education

Licensed Conveyancer or Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Technology-led Solutions

Job description

Senior Property Solicitor
Location: South Wales
Salary: Competitive + Growth Opportunities + Equity
Job Type: Full-time

Want to be at the forefront of something big?

We're not looking for just another conveyancer. We're looking for a leader. Someone ready to take ownership, drive growth, and build a top-tier conveyancing business from the ground up.

Yolk Legal are working with a successful group of companies, who operate estate agencies placing 44+ conveyancing files per month and run 133+ active construction projects. Instead of outsourcing, we're helping to launch a new firm - and are looking for a highly skilled, ambitious property solicitor to lead the charge.

This is your chance to step into a Head of Legal Practice & Senior Property Solicitor role with a clear path to equity, leadership, and national expansion. You would be involved from the beginning to start this company.

What You'll Be Doing as a Senior Property Solicitor:

• Running and growing a conveyancing practice - from compliance to client service.
• Managing a caseload of residential and commercial conveyancing transactions.
• Leading legal compliance (as HOLP/COLP) and overseeing risk management.
• Implementing technology-led solutions to streamline operations.
• Working with estate agents, mortgage lenders, and developers.
• Scaling the business to become a national player in the conveyancing space.

The experience you will have as a Senior Property Solicitor:

• Licensed Conveyancer or Qualified Solicitor with an active practising certificate.
• 3+ years PQE in residential and/or commercial conveyancing.
• Strong knowledge of AML, CLC/SRA compliance, and risk management.
• Experience managing caseloads independently with minimal supervision.
• Leadership ambition - ready to own, scale, and shape a legal practice.
• An entrepreneurial mindset - excited about building something big.

What you will get as a Senior Property Solicitor:

• Fast-track your career - This isn't a back-office role. You'll be shaping an entire firm.
• Competitive salary + long-term rewards - Earn what you're worth.
• Equity potential - Be part of something bigger with a real stake in success.
• Autonomy & flexibility - Make decisions, drive strategy, and work on your terms.
• Real business impact - Work directly with property and construction leaders to drive growth.