Residential Property Solicitor​/Conveyancer​/Fee Earner

Residential Property Solicitor/Conveyancer/Fee Earner

Company:
Henry Hyams Ltd

Job Title:
Residential Property Solicitor/Conveyancer/Fee Earner

Job Type (permanent, full time etc):
Full Time or Part Time

Location:
Leeds City Centre

Salary:
Depending on experience

Deadline for application: 26 February 2026

Description:

Henry Hyams Solicitors is a trusted legal practice offering a comprehensive range of legal services to both private individuals and commercial clients. Specialising in areas such as personal injury, property, driving offenses, and family law, the firm provides tailored legal advice to address the unique needs of each client. Known for its professional yet approachable demeanour, the team ensures clear communication and client-focused solutions to achieve optimal outcomes.

Henry Hyams Solicitors takes pride in building strong client relationships and delivering high-quality, personalised legal services.

Henry Hyams is recruiting for a fee earner to join their expanding conveyancing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly driven and motivated candidate to join a close conveyancing team with a well-established reputation in the Leeds area.

The role will principally handle residential freehold sale, purchase, and remortgage transactions under the supervision of the Directors of the Department.

• Manage a caseload of residential property matters from inception to completion
• Managing a caseload of residential property matters including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Dealing with re‑mortgages, transfers of equity and new builds
• Conducting title checks, raising and responding to enquiries
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• Knowledge and experience with Anti Money Laundering processes and procedures

• The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience of Residential Conveyancing
• Legal qualifications are not a requirement but advantageous
• Strong experience handling residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion
• The ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• A proactive and organised approach to managing a busy caseload
• A collaborative attitude and commitment to team success
• Familiarity with case management systems and a confident IT user

• Adhere to the requirements of Lexcel and the Quality Procedures Manual (QPM) in the capacity of your role
• Ensure compliance with the Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS)
• Adhere to the SRA Rules and Regulations in the capacity of your role
• Ensure to follow the Staff Handbook policies and procedures
• Maintain your Learning and Development log
• Contribute to the Marketing and Business Development of the Department