Senior associate & deputy head of new build conveyancing Full Time

About us

This company is an award-winning law firm listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. Established in 1993 by Stephen Switalski, the began with a focus on childcare law and criminal law from a single office in Wakefield. Since then, they’ve expanded to 11 locations, employing approximately 400 people who provide a wide array of specialist legal services.

A career at this firm means being part of a company that cares and is there for you. They’re dynamic and progressive, and they never stand still. Last year, they were crowned Large Firm of the Year at The Yorkshire Legal Awards and named in the top 50 fastest growing companies in Yorkshire in the Yorkshire Growth Index.

The role

A Senior Associate & Deputy Head of the Department will play a pivotal role in the strategic expansion of the New Build Conveyancing team, maintaining a busy caseload and providing day-to-day team management and strategic support to the department head.

The role will be predominantly office-based in our brand-new Leeds City Centre office with the possibility of some flexible/remote working options, subject to the needs of the department.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a caseload of new build purchase transactions (and related sales).
• Offering technical guidance and support to your team, particularly junior colleagues.
• Supporting the Head of Department in the management of central housing development documentation and information.
• Supporting the Head of Department in the business development aspect of the department.

What you’ll bring

Conveyancing expertise: You’ll need several years of experience in conveyancing, with strong technical ability and a focus on new-build transactions.

Leadership skills: You’ve got the interpersonal and managerial know-how to manage a team and support junior staff.

Client-focused: You understand the importance of delivering market-leading client care.

Referrer relationships: You understand the importance of referrer relationships and have experience in managing them, whilst understanding the importance of integrity and independence.

Problem-solver: You can think on your feet and work well under pressure, especially during busy periods.

Detail-oriented: Accuracy is key in this role, and your eagle eye will ensure nothing is missed.

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