ROLE: Solicitor / Legal Executive (Residential Conveyancing)
LOCATION: Sheffield (South Yorkshire)
SALARY: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience
HOURS: 09:00 – 17:15, Monday – Friday
CONTRACT: Permanent, Full-Time (2 positions available)
The Opportunity
We are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm for two experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitors or Legal Executives to join their growing Sheffield team. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for qualified conveyancers who are ready to take on a rewarding caseload within a firm that values its people, invests in their development, and has a strong reputation for quality across the region.
The firm already has a conveyancing assistant in place in Sheffield, meaning you will have dedicated support from day one, allowing you to focus on running your caseload effectively and delivering the high standard of client service the firm is known for.
Benefits
- 38 days annual leave (inclusive of bank and public holidays), including birthday leave
- Life Insurance at 3x annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, 24/7 GP access, physiotherapy, gym discounts and cashback benefits
- 25% discount on legal services
- Client and employee referral schemes
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities
- Active social committee and events programme
The Role
Working as part of a collaborative and growing residential property team, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a full residential conveyancing caseload independently, covering all aspects of sale and purchase transactions
- Providing clear, practical advice to clients throughout the conveyancing process
- Maintaining high standards of client care and communication at all times
- Working collaboratively with support staff and colleagues across the wider team
- Contributing to team performance, service delivery and the ongoing development of the Sheffield office
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for confident, experienced and client-focused conveyancing professionals with a stable work history and the ability to hit the ground running.
- Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or CILEX professional with at least 5 years’ PQE or equivalent experience in residential conveyancing
- Proven ability to manage a full conveyancing caseload independently and with minimal supervision
- A strong track record of delivering excellent client care throughout the transaction process
- Comfortable working within a team environment and contributing to a supportive and collaborative culture
- Stable work history demonstrating commitment and consistency within a conveyancing role
- Familiarity with case management systems, Land Registry portal, SDLT submissions and lender portals
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established regional law firm with a strong reputation across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, operating from multiple offices. Recognised as a Top Tier firm by The Legal 500 and ranked amongst the UK’s leading independent law firms, they are known for their commitment to excellent client service, staff development and a collaborative working culture. Their residential property team handles a broad and varied caseload across the region, and this expansion in Sheffield represents a genuine opportunity to join a firm at an exciting point in its growth.
If you would like to be considered for either of these opportunities, please apply with your up-to-date CV in the first instance. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
