Eventus Legal are seeking an experienced and credible Residential Property Solicitor with 3 years PQE to join a highly successful award winning firm based in Bradford or Ilkley, West Yorkshire. The successful Solicitor will work in an industry leading legal firm where you'll manage your own caseload of matters while providing a profitable, ongoing contribution to the department. You'll be responsible for supervising, developing, and mentoring members of your team, encouraging their growth alongside your own. This is a full time, permanent role offering a competitive salary up to £50,000, hybrid working, 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off, continuous professional development, wellbeing hours, health cash plan, group life assurance and pension contribution
Role Responsibilities:
The incoming Residential Property Solicitor will actively contribute to the continuing evolution of the firm, identifying improvements and innovations that enhance their service. Our client is committed to your ongoing development and expect you to participate in training initiatives, both delivering support to staff and investing in your own professional growth.
- Manage all client work allocated by the head of department or other partner and in accordance with detailed procedures and quality standards set by the firm from time to time
- Ensure that all client work is progressed expeditiously, and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and on costs
- At all times to exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner
- ensure the confidentiality and security of all the firm’s and client documentation and information
- Able to achieve agreed levels of billing and time recording
- In close liaison with the Accounts Department, to have overall responsibility for credit control on own matters
- Comply with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the Rules on the Professional Conduct of Solicitors
- In liaison with Head of department and other partners, to be active in promoting the services of the firm and its image and ethos
- In liaison with Head of department and other partners, to take active part in the marketing, promotion, and development of the department
- Maintain clear and precise communications with other personnel of the firm.
- Ensure good working relationships with external institutions and organisations
- Supervise, support and develop immediate support staff
- Take responsibility for and attend to self-development
Person Specification:
The successful Residential Property Solicitor will possess strong administrative skills, excellent communication skills, and be an excellent team player. Based in the Bradford or Ilkley, West Yorkshire office the successful candidate will play a key role in helping to drive the successful development of the firm in line with their business plan, creating and managing business opportunities that support the residential departments growth and financial performance objectives.
- Qualified Solicitor with 3 years PQE
- You will have relevant experience in handling and processing residential sales, purchases, and remortgages with minimal supervision
- Possess the ability to mentor, support and encourage other members of the department in the process of the department’s client files
- Strong team building and people management skills
- A pleasant but assertive manner in dealing with colleagues and clients
- Promote tact, support and resilience
- Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
- Efficient and well organised with good control of diary systems and competence in the firm’s computer systems and case management
Benefits and Rewards:
This Residential Solicitor role comes with a wide range of benefits including:
- £45,000 - £50,000 (DOE)
- Hybrid working
- 25 days annual leave + your birthday off!
- Purchase an additional 5 days holiday a year
- Training and continuous professional development
- Free residential conveyancing services
- Health cash plan and wellbeing hours
- Perkbox and complimentary refreshments
About the company:
Established in the late 80’s, this firm is far more than a traditional law practice, it is a people first organisation built around long term relationships and trusted support. With offices across Yorkshire, they are firmly rooted in the communities they serve. They provide legal services that are personal, proactive, and carefully tailored to each client’s individual needs. Whether clients are planning for the future, managing periods of change, or growing a business, their award winning advisers offer clear, practical guidance every step of the way. Their approach is focused on helping clients make confident decisions, seize opportunities, and navigate challenges with clarity and reassurance. By continuously investing in the right people, developing specialist skills, and adopting modern technology, they ensure a consistently high standard of service.
Next Steps
Apply now to be considered for this career enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Residential Property Solicitor job based in Bradford or Ilkley, 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 are able to 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.
Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days of applying, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.