Senior Residential Solicitor

Are you an experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitor or Conveyancer looking for your next senior opportunity?

Do you enjoy managing complex residential property transactions while delivering outstanding client service?

Looking for a Senior Conveyancing role in Wetherby where you can play a key role in a growing legal team?

Gillespie Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a well-established professional legal services organisation based in Wetherby as they continue to expand their Residential Property department.

This is an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable and commercially aware Senior Solicitor / Conveyancer to join a growing team, managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters while contributing to the continued development of the department.

As a Senior Solicitor / Conveyancer - Residential Conveyancing, you will be responsible for managing a busy caseload of residential property transactions from instruction through to completion and post-completion.

This senior-level position requires strong technical expertise in UK residential property law, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional client care standards.

You will also play an important role in supporting junior team members, building relationships with referrers, and contributing to the ongoing growth of the property department.

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion
• Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new build transactions, and shared ownership
• Providing clear, practical, and client-focused legal advice throughout the conveyancing process
• Liaising with estate agents, lenders, brokers, and third parties
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal procedures
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members where required
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional referrers
• Contributing to business development and networking activities

We are looking for an experienced Residential Conveyancing professional who is confident managing a high-volume caseload while maintaining exceptional levels of service and professionalism.

You will be highly organised, commercially aware, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in Residential Conveyancing
• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive, or experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner
• Proven ability to manage a busy residential property caseload independently
• Strong technical knowledge of UK residential property law
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff desirable
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency with case management systems and Microsoft Office

• Professional, confident, and approachable communicator
• Commercially aware with a proactive mindset
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced legal environment
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and professionalism

• Permanent, full-time Senior Conveyancing role in Wetherby
• Senior position within a growing and supportive legal team
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Modern office environment in Wetherby

If you are an experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitor or Conveyancer looking for an exciting new opportunity in Wetherby, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact the team at Gillespie Recruitment to find out more about this Senior Solicitor / Conveyancer - Residential Conveyancing opportunity.