Conveyancer

  • Bradford
  • Permanent
  • £35k - 50k per year

Are you an experienced Residential Conveyancer looking to join a respected and growing law firm where your contribution will genuinely make a difference?

My client is a well-established Bradford-based practice with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and outstanding client care. Due to continued growth, we are looking to welcome an ambitious and motivated Conveyancer or Conveyancing Solicitor to our expanding property team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that is investing in its future, offering genuine career progression and the chance to play a key role in the continued development of the department.

The Role

You will manage your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion, providing an exceptional service to clients throughout the transaction. Alongside your fee-earning responsibilities, you'll also support and mentor junior members of the team, helping to develop the next generation of conveyancing professionals.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload with minimal supervision.
  • Is confident handling a broad range of freehold and leasehold transactions.
  • Enjoys working collaboratively and mentoring junior colleagues.
  • Is organised, proactive and committed to delivering excellent client service.
  • Is a qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, Legal Executive or an experienced non-qualified Conveyancer.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive salary of up to £50,000, depending on experience.
  • Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing firm.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • The opportunity to help shape the future of a successful and ambitious practice.
  • High-quality work with an established and loyal client base.

If you're looking for your next challenge with a firm that values its people and offers real long-term opportunities, I'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Adam Dell'Armi on 0113 397 9929 or email your CV to a.dellarmi@clayton-legal.co.uk.

Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in house departments across the UK. Our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success. Take a look at our website www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.

 

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    Conveyancer

    • Altrincham
    • Permanent
    • £35k - 45k per year

    Conveyancing Fee Earner

    Are you looking for your next opportunity in Residential Conveyancing? If so, I have an exciting opportunity with a well-established and highly regarded law firm looking to expand its Conveyancing team.

    You'll be responsible for managing your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion. The caseload will include sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity and other residential property transactions. The firm is looking for someone who can work independently while delivering an excellent service to clients throughout the process.

    The firm has a friendly and supportive culture where collaboration is encouraged, and everyone works together to achieve the best outcomes for their clients. You'll join a growing team and benefit from ongoing investment in training and development, a competitive salary, and a genuine commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

    The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload and be confident handling files from start to finish with minimal supervision. You will possess excellent communication and client care skills, a strong work ethic, and a desire to continue developing your career. You should be organised, adaptable and enjoy working both independently and as part of a supportive team.

    This is a full-time position based in Altrincham.

    If you're interested in finding out more, apply today or get in touch with Tracy Carlisle for a confidential discussion.

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      Conveyancing Fee Earner

      • Oldham
      • Permanent
      • £35k - 45k per year

      Conveyancing Fee Earner - Oldham

      We're working on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Conveyancing Fee Earner to join a small, supportive office in Oldham.

      You'll be confident managing a transaction from inception through to post-completion, working independently, and supported by a full-time assistant.

      The role:

      Full residential conveyancing caseload end-to-end

      Working autonomously within a small, collaborative office

      Supported by a dedicated assistant

      What's on offer:

      Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE

      Up to 2 days WFH per week

      22 days holiday + birthday off + bank holidays + Christmas closure

      Pension scheme

      Free parking near the office

      Close-knit team environment with partner-led support

      This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, well-structured office with genuine autonomy and support.

      Interested? Get in touch with Tracy at t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk or call 0161 914 7357.

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        Family Associate Solicitor – High-Profile Legal 500 Family Team

        • London
        • Permanent
        • Market related

        Are you a talented Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with one of London's most highly regarded Family law teams?

        Our client is seeking an ambitious Associate to join their thriving Family department, offering the opportunity to work alongside recognised leaders in the field on some of the most complex and high-value Family law matters in the market.

        This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor who enjoys a varied caseload and wants to build their reputation within a collaborative, supportive and ambitious team. You'll gain exposure to high-net-worth financial remedy matters, private children disputes and international children cases, while working closely with experienced Partners and Senior Associates who are genuinely invested in your development.

        You'll manage your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers on complex and high-profile matters, giving you the perfect balance of autonomy and mentoring. The role offers excellent client contact from day one, with responsibility for delivering outstanding service and helping clients through some of life's most challenging circumstances.

        Your work will include: 

        • Advising clients on a broad range of Family law matters, including financial remedy and private children proceedings.
        • Assisting on complex international and cross-border children matters.
        • Preparing court documents, financial disclosure, witness statements and other key legal documentation.
        • Liaising with Counsel, experts and other professional advisers.
        • Managing files from instruction through to conclusion with exceptional attention to detail.
        • Building strong relationships with clients and professional referrers.
        • Working collaboratively with colleagues across a highly respected Family team.
        • Contributing to business development through networking, articles, podcasts, seminars and industry events.

        You'll be a confident and commercially aware Family Solicitor with experience across both financial and children matters. You'll enjoy taking ownership of your work, thrive in a team environment and be passionate about delivering first-class client service.

        You'll also have: 

        • Experience managing your own Family law caseload.
        • Excellent drafting, communication and organisational skills.
        • A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
        • Strong relationship-building abilities with clients and professional contacts.
        • A genuine interest in developing your profile within the London Family law market.

        This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of London's standout Family teams, working on sophisticated and often high-profile matters while enjoying genuine career progression, outstanding mentoring and exposure to market-leading work.

        If you're looking to elevate your career within a respected, ambitious and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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          Conveyancer – Yorkshire and North East

          • West Yorkshire
          • Permanent
          • £35k - 50k per year + BUPA, hybrid working

          My client is a progressive, ambitious, and dynamic law firm with a strong presence across multiple locations in Yorkshire and the North East. Committed to delivering comprehensive legal solutions, they take pride in their expanding team and the diverse range of services they provide to their clients.

          As a Conveyancer, based at any of their various offices, you will play a crucial role in advising clients on all aspects of purchasing and selling residential properties, including both freehold and leasehold transactions.

          This role involves managing your own caseload, supporting the Residential Property team, and actively contributing to the growth and development of the department. You will also be expected to proactively identify business opportunities and utilise marketing initiatives to support the department’s ongoing success.

          Key Responsibilities:

          • Advise clients on all aspects of freehold and leasehold residential property transactions.
          • Manage a varied caseload, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, transfers of equity, new builds, Right to Buy, and shared ownership purchases.
          • Oversee residential property transactions from initial instruction through to completion.
          • Provide support to the Residential Property team and assist the Head of Department in driving growth and development.
          • Proactively seek and secure business leads, contributing to the marketing efforts of the department.
          • Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships in line with the firm’s values.

          Essential Requirements:

          • Minimum of 2 years’ PQE; however, applications from candidates with varying levels of experience are welcomed.
          • Proven ability to manage a wide range of residential property transactions from instruction to completion.
          • Experience handling a varied and busy caseload, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, transfers of equity, new builds, Right to Buy, and shared ownership purchases.
          • Capable of working independently with minimal supervision and using initiative effectively.
          • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients, estate agents, and other stakeholders.
          • Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain long-term client relationships aligned with the firm’s ethos.

          Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes hybrid working options and a day off on your birthday. This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious and expanding team.

          If you are interested in this Conveyancer role, please contact Adam Dell'Armi on 01133 979929 to discuss suitable locations, or send your most recent CV to a.dellarmi@clayton-legal.co.uk.

          Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in-house legal departments across the UK. Our expertise and commitment to service provide candidates and employers with a distinct and refreshing recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals dedicated to your success. Visit our website www.clayton-legal.co.uk for the latest blogs, legal news, and current vacancies.

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            Conveyancer

            • Doncaster
            • Permanent
            • £35k - 50k per year

            I'm currently working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Doncaster that is looking to recruit an experienced Residential Conveyancer to join its busy and successful Property team.

            This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected practice with a strong reputation in the local market. The firm prides itself on delivering a high standard of client care while maintaining the traditional values that have underpinned its success for many years.

            Offering genuine flexibility around working patterns, this role would suit a conveyancer looking for quality work, autonomy, and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and collaborative team.

            The Role

            You'll be responsible for managing your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters from file opening through to completion, ensuring transactions progress efficiently while providing an exceptional level of client service.

            Your caseload will include:

            • Freehold sales and purchases
            • Leasehold sales and purchases
            • New build transactions
            • Managing matters from instruction through to post-completion
            • Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and third parties throughout the transaction

            The successful candidate will be confident handling a busy caseload with minimal supervision while maintaining excellent technical standards and client care.

            About You

            Applications are welcomed from Solicitors, Licensed Conveyancers, Chartered Legal Executives or experienced Conveyancing Fee Earners.

            You'll ideally have:

            • A minimum of one year's experience independently managing your own residential conveyancing caseload from instruction through to completion
            • Strong experience of freehold, leasehold and new build transactions
            • The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
            • Excellent communication and client relationship skills
            • A proactive, organised and client-focused approach

            What's on Offer?

            • Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience
            • Flexible working patterns, with full-time and part-time applications welcomed
            • A supportive and collaborative working environment
            • High-quality residential conveyancing work
            • Genuine long-term career development opportunities
            • The chance to join a respected firm with an established client base and an excellent local reputation

            If you are interested in the above Conveyancer role, please call Adam Dell'Armi on 01133979929 or forward your most recent CV to a.dellarmi@clayton-legal.co.uk.

            Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in house departments across the UK. Our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience. You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success. Take a look at our website www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies.

             

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              Family Lawyer

              • Gillingham
              • Permanent
              • Excellent DOE + above average bens + hybrid

              Are you an experienced Family Solicitor seeking a role where you can take ownership of a quality caseload and make a real impact for clients?

              Our client is looking for a Solicitor, Legal Executive, or equivalent professional with strong financial remedy experience to join their respected Family Department. This role would suit someone who can work independently with minimal supervision and is confident handling a broad range of family law matters.

              You'll manage a varied caseload including:

              • Divorce, separation, and financial remedy matters
              • Private children cases
              • Domestic abuse and injunction applications
              • TOLATA claims
              • Cohabitation and Prenuptial Agreements
              • Client meetings, both in person and remotely
              • Supporting colleagues and supervising work where appropriate
              • Assisting with business development and profile-raising activities

              The successful candidate will be: 

              • Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or equivalent status
              • Around 2+ years' PQE 
              • Proven family law experience, including financial remedies
              • Ability to manage your own caseload
              • Excellent communication and client care skills
              • Strong IT and organisational abilities
              • A professional, proactive, and client-focused approach

              Our client offers an excellent package, including:

              • Generous annual leave plus Christmas shutdown
              • Discretionary bonus scheme (10%+ paid in each of the last two years)
              • Pension scheme and life assurance (3x salary)
              • Firm-funded training and ongoing development
              • Paid sick leave
              • Benenden Healthcare membership
              • Monthly £30 wellbeing allowance
              • Annual eye tests and flu vaccinations
              • Additional holiday for long service
              • Bike2Work, referral, and car-sharing schemes
              • Regular social events and employee recognition awards

              This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team offering quality work, genuine career development, and an outstanding benefits package.

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                Private Client Solicitor

                • Chester
                • Permanent
                • £30k - 40k per year

                Are you a Private Client Solicitor looking to join a supportive team where quality client care is genuinely at the heart of everything they do?

                We are working with a respected North West law firm that is continuing to invest in its Private Client department and is looking to appoint a Solicitor from Newly Qualified level upwards to join its busy Chester City Centre office.

                This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a collaborative team, managing a varied caseload while benefiting from ongoing support, professional development and flexible working.

                You will handle a broad range of Private Client matters including:

                • Wills
                • Probate
                • Estate Administration
                • Lasting Powers of Attorney
                • General Private Client advice

                The caseload is varied and well-established, providing exposure to high-quality work and the opportunity to build long-term client relationships.

                About the Firm

                This is a firm that has built an excellent reputation across the North West by putting both its clients and employees first. They believe legal advice should be straightforward, transparent and accessible, and pride themselves on delivering a personal service through approachable, specialist lawyers.

                The culture is supportive and collaborative, with genuine investment in staff wellbeing and development. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally while working in an environment where teamwork, communication and client care are valued above all else.

                The firm understands that happy employees provide the very best service to clients, which is why creating a positive and enjoyable place to work remains a key priority.

                What they are looking for:

                • Qualified Solicitor (from NQ+ upwards PQE level)
                • Experience in Private Client matters
                • Strong client care and communication skills
                • A proactive, organised approach to managing your own caseload
                • Someone who enjoys working as part of a friendly and supportive team

                What's on Offer

                • One day a week working from home
                • Chester City Centre location
                • High-quality, varied Private Client work
                • Supportive and collaborative team environment
                • Genuine opportunities for career development
                • Competitive salary dependent on experience

                If you're looking for your next move in Private Client and want to join a firm that genuinely values its people as much as its clients, I would love to hear from you.

                To find out more or to apply in confidence, please get in touch today by sending your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Justine on 0161 914 7357.

                 

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                  Wills & Probate Solicitor

                  • Leek
                  • Permanent
                  • £40k per year

                  A rare opportunity has arisen to join one of Staffordshire’s most respected traditional law firms - A long-established practice with an excellent reputation, a loyal client base, and a strong following built through word-of-mouth recommendations and repeat business.

                  This is a firm that takes genuine pride in the service it provides. Clients are not simply treated as case numbers; they are supported through some of the most important moments in their lives with care, empathy, and a truly personal approach.

                  The firm is now looking to recruit a Wills & Probate Solicitor, experienced Fee Earner, or Senior Paralegal with strong Private Client fee earning experience to join its friendly and supportive team.

                  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values quality client care, autonomy, and building long-term relationships within a firm that combines traditional values with a forward-thinking approach.

                  The Role

                  You will manage a varied Private Client caseload, including:

                  • Wills
                  • Probate and Estate Administration
                  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
                  • Inheritance Tax Planning
                  • Advising clients on available exemptions and reliefs
                  • Supporting families through the probate process with professionalism and compassion

                  The Private Client team operates differently from many larger, process-driven firms. The focus is on providing a genuinely tailored service, with communication and case progression shaped around each individual client rather than rigid systems and automated processes.

                  It is this personal approach that has helped the firm build such a strong reputation.

                  About You

                  We welcome applications from:

                  • Qualified Solicitors
                  • Chartered Legal Executives
                  • Experienced Private Client Fee Earners
                  • Senior Paralegals with strong Wills & Probate experience

                  You will ideally:

                  • Have experience managing your own Private Client caseload
                  • Be approachable, empathetic, and passionate about client care
                  • Enjoy developing long-term client relationships
                  • Be organised and confident working with autonomy
                  • Value being part of a close-knit and supportive team

                  Why Join?

                  This is a firm that understands its people are central to its success. Whilst it may not be driven by unnecessary corporate processes or chasing the latest technology, it offers something increasingly valuable:

                  • A genuinely supportive and friendly team environment
                  • High-quality, meaningful client work
                  • A respected local reputation
                  • A loyal client base built through trust and recommendations
                  • The opportunity to make a real difference to clients and their families
                  • A firm that recognises talent and pays people what they are worth

                  If you are looking for a role where your contribution is valued, your expertise is trusted, and you can build a long-term career within a respected Private Client team, this could be the opportunity for you.

                  For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.

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                    Associate – Serious Injury

                    • Wakefield
                    • Permanent
                    • doe

                     

                     

                    Associate – Serious Injury | High-Value Catastrophic Injury | £60,000–£90,000 + Excellent Benefits

                    Looking for a Serious Injury role where quality of work comes before volume?

                    We're recruiting for an experienced Serious Injury lawyer to join a highly regarded specialist team handling complex, high-value catastrophic injury claims. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior practitioner seeking greater autonomy, high-quality work, and the opportunity to focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.

                    With carefully managed caseloads, strong multi-disciplinary support, and a collaborative culture, this role offers the environment needed to handle complex claims effectively while continuing to develop your career.

                    Why consider this opportunity?

                    ✔ High-value Serious Injury and catastrophic injury work
                    ✔ Caseloads managed to prioritise quality over volume
                    ✔ Significant autonomy and responsibility
                    ✔ Competitive salary (£60,000–£90,000 DOE)
                    ✔ Dedicated monthly wellbeing day
                    ✔ Life assurance and income protection
                    ✔ Flexible benefits package, including holiday buy/sell
                    ✔ Ongoing professional development and career progression

                    The Role

                    As an Associate, you'll manage a portfolio of complex Serious Injury claims, predominantly arising from RTA matters, with values ranging from £150,000 to multi-million-pound settlements.

                    You'll be responsible for:

                    • Leading case strategy from inception through to settlement
                    • Managing liability, quantum, rehabilitation, and litigation issues
                    • Securing early interim payments and rehabilitation funding
                    • Working alongside medical experts, counsel, case managers, care experts, architects, and financial specialists
                    • Supervising and mentoring junior team members
                    • Delivering exceptional outcomes through a collaborative, client-focused approach

                    About You

                    We're keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

                    • Qualified Solicitor or CILEX status with significant post-qualification experience (typically 8+ years PQE)
                    • Experience handling complex, high-value Serious Injury matters
                    • Strong technical expertise in liability, quantum, and litigation strategy
                    • The ability to manage complex cases independently
                    • Previous mentoring or supervisory experience
                    • Excellent client care and communication skills

                    Why Join?

                    This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice that genuinely values quality, autonomy, and long-term client outcomes. If you're looking to work on complex, rewarding cases within a supportive and highly respected team, we'd be delighted to speak with you.

                    For a confidential discussion, please contact Chris Orrell on 0161 914 7357 or send your updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk.

                     
                     
                     
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