Eventus Legal is pleased to be partnering with a well established and forward thinking law firm in Otley, West Yorkshire, as they look to appoint an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE in residential conveyancing who is seeking to take the next step in their career. The role offers the chance to build upon an existing caseload within a long standing and respected firm that combines traditional values with a modern, progressive approach. In return, the successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of up to £45,000, dependent on experience, together with an attractive and comprehensive benefits package. This includes hybrid and flexible working arrangements, a pension contribution scheme, and a realistic and achievable bonus structure. Employees also benefit from 25 days’ annual leave, plus 8 statutory bank holidays, and an additional week long Christmas closure (equating to a further 3–4 days of leave). Dependant leave is available where required, and the firm encourages a positive team culture through regular staff social events.

Role Responsibilities:

The incoming Conveyancer will be responsible for providing support in the following areas:

• Take ownership of the end-to-end process for equity transfers, including the preparation, review, and verification of all relevant documentation
• Ensure all transfers comply with legal and regulatory requirements, providing clients with accurate and timely guidance
• Apply a strong working knowledge of both restrictive and positive covenants
• Advise clients on the practical and legal implications of these covenants, ensuring compliance while proactively identifying potential risks or opportunities.
• Handle matters related to easements, rights of way, and other property interests
• Draft, negotiate, and finalise agreements with precision, ensuring that terms are legally sound and aligned with client objectives
• Efficiently manage all post completion activities, including registration, documentation updates, and client communications
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail to ensure processes are completed accurately, on time, and in line with best practice standards

Person Specification:

The ideal Conveyancer, located in Otley, West Yorkshire, will possess outstanding organisational capabilities and excellent written and spoken communication skills. You will approach your responsibilities with enthusiasm and dedication, maintaining a keen eye for detail and precision. As a positive and collaborative team player, you will be committed to delivering high quality work and ensuring a first class service for every client.

• Qualified Solicitor with residential property experience (at least 3 years PQE)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident in a client facing role, providing clear, professional, and approachable advice
• Comfortable interacting with a diverse range of clients, agents, and third parties from the local community and wider area
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, personable, and committed to delivering high levels of client care

Benefits and Rewards:

The Conveyancer based in Otley, West Yorkshire comes with a wide range of benefits including:

• Salary up to £45,000 DOE
• Pension Contribution
• Bonus Scheme
• Flexible Working
• Dependant leave
• 25 Days holiday + 8 Bank holidays
• Christmas closure for a week which is an additional 3 to 4 days holiday
• Regular staff social events

About the company:

Our client provides a personal service through a team of fully qualified and experienced solicitors specialising in their respective fields. The firm has a long standing client base that values the benefits of high quality service offered at a reasonable price, while many newer clients join through personal recommendations. Over eighty percent of new instructions come from existing clients or referrals, reflecting the firm’s reputation for excellence. The firm’s aim is to deliver the highest standards of personal service, tailored to each client’s needs, in a cost-effective manner. This is achieved by its professionally qualified, approachable team of lawyers and support staff.

Next Steps

Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Conveyancer job based in Otley, West Yorkshire, please send your CV to Vanessa Grey at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at vanessa.grey@eventuslegal.com or phone 07572 760099.

If this job is not right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career. The Eventus Recruitment Group are award winning recruitment specialists operating in the Legal, HR, Finance and Accountancy sectors across the UK. Please note, the years’ experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.

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