Residential Conveyancing Solicitor - Hybrid + Bonus

Eventus Legal are seeking a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer to join a well-regarded and award-winning law firm based in Darlington, County Durham. This is a permanent, full-time job with flexibility over start and finish times, working 35 hours per week. Part-time at 4 days per week may be considered for the right individual. This is ideally an office-based position, although there may be some flexibility for hybrid working. The incoming Residential Conveyancing Solicitor will benefit from a competitive salary of up to £50,000 DOE, firm-wide bonus, generous holiday allowance, pension, and a range of well-being benefits.

Role Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of residential conveyancing matters including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Reporting on title, raising enquiries and drafting reports for clients
• Delivering high-quality, user-friendly legal advice to private and lender clients
• Supporting junior team members with technical queries and workflow
• Demonstrating commitment to excellent client service throughout each transaction
• Working closely with the wider team and colleagues across other departments

Person Specification

• A Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer with 2+ years' experience in residential property
• A confident communicator who can liaise effectively with clients, agents, and team members
• Experienced in managing residential sale and purchase transactions from instruction to completion
• Proactive and organised with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Comfortable with business development activity including networking and relationship building
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Benefits and Rewards

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
• Firm-wide annual bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus 3 additional days at Christmas
• Additional 5 days paid leave at 5-year milestones
• 4% employer pension contributions
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme (including GP helpline and counselling)
• Christmas gift card and closure period
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
• Wellbeing and inclusion working groups
• Office-based in Darlington, County Durham, with some flexibility around hybrid working

About the Company

This law firm is a Legal 500 recognised, award-winning practice with offices across the North of England and a strong national client base. Their Residential Conveyancing department is structured, collaborative, and well-supported with a team system that allows for ongoing development and progression. The firm is values-driven, prioritising excellence, kindness, integrity, courage and cooperation. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop specialisms and take pride in delivering outstanding client care. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that truly supports its people and offers long-term career prospects.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all