Head of Conveyancing Solicitor

Company: G2 Legal
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Location: Harrogate
Job Description:

I’m currently working with a respected Yorkshire law firm looking to appoint a senior Residential Conveyancer to lead the launch and growth of its conveyancing department in Harrogate.

This is a rare leadership opportunity for an ambitious conveyancing professional seeking autonomy, strategic influence, and a clear pathway to becoming Head of Conveyancing.

The Role

• Build, develop, and lead the residential conveyancing department

• Manage a high-quality caseload of residential property matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, new build, and shared ownership transactions

• Oversee recruitment, team development, and departmental growth

• Develop relationships with local agents, brokers, referrers, and clients

• Ensure exceptional client service, compliance, and technical standards

About You

• Highly experienced Residential Conveyancer (circa 10 years’ PQE or equivalent)

• Strong technical knowledge across all aspects of residential conveyancing

• Previous management or supervisory experience is advantageous

• Commercially minded with an interest in business development and team leadership

• Experience using Proclaim case management software

• Strong communication, organisational, and client relationship skills

What’s on Offer?

• Opportunity to build and lead a new department

• Significant autonomy and strategic input

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Clear progression into a senior leadership role

• Strong administrative and operational support

• Stable, supportive, and ambitious firm culture

If you’re a senior conveyancer looking for a role that offers leadership, influence, and long-term career progression, contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Posted: July 1st, 2026