Conveyancing Solicitor

We’re currently seeking an experienced Conveyancing Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer to join our growing and dynamic Conveyancing team, with flexibility to be based at our Sheffield, Barnsley, or Rotherham offices.

About the Role

– Work within one of the most established conveyancing teams in South Yorkshire.

– Join a friendly and supportive team with an excellent reputation for client care.

– Opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Conveyancing Solicitor Vacancy

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated solicitor legal executive or licensed conveyancer to join our highly regarded Conveyancing team. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where solicitors, paralegals, and support staff work closely to deliver exceptional service to clients across the region.

While we operate across multiple offices, we function as one cohesive team—sharing workloads, covering annual leave, and supporting each other to ensure a seamless client experience. You’ll never feel isolated, and you’ll benefit from a strong culture of teamwork and shared purpose.

Key Responsibilities

As a conveyancing solicitor, you will be responsible for:

– Managing a varied caseload of residential property transactions from instruction to completion.

– Advising clients on sales, purchases, transfers of equity, re-mortgages, and leasehold matters.

– Drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting title checks, and liaising with third parties.

– Ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.

– Maintaining high standards of client care and communication throughout the transaction.

– Meeting the commercial requirements of the firm through efficient case management.

About Howells Solicitors

Howells Solicitors is a well-established and highly regarded law firm serving clients across South Yorkshire—and nationwide in select areas of law.

With offices in Sheffield, Rotherham, and Barnsley, we provide expert legal advice and representation to individuals and families, offering both private and legal aid services. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, personal legal support across a broad range of areas, including property law, family law, wills and probate, criminal defence, and civil litigation.

Our Conveyancing team is known for its professionalism, efficiency, and client-focused approach. We are proud of our strong reputation in the region, with excellent client feedback and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Howells offer a wide range of benefits including:

Holiday Entitlement

We understand the importance of quality time – especially if you have a family at home. That’s why our holiday entitlement is designed to give you the time you need to truly switch off and enjoy life outside of work.

– Fee earners and managers receive 30 days of annual leave—well above the regional average for law firms.

– Support staff start with 23 days, increasing by 1 day each year of service up to 28 days, rewarding your commitment over time.

– Everyone also benefits from 3 additional discretionary days over the Christmas period, giving you more time to spend with loved ones during the holidays.

– On top of this, there are 8 bank holidays throughout the year.

Whether it’s school holidays, family travel, or simply time to recharge, we offer the flexibility and generous leave you need to make it all work.

Flexible Working

We believe that a healthy work life balance is important, so we’ve built flexibility into the way we work. We offer flexible working for many of our roles across the firm.

Whether it’s school runs, family commitments, or simply needing a bit more breathing room in your schedule, we offer a range of flexible working options designed to support you:

– Flexible working patterns are available for many roles across the firm, including opportunities for remote or hybrid working, depending on your position.

– Our flexi-time scheme means there is potential to adjust your start and finish times to better suit your family’s routine.

–  You’ll also have the option to take up to 4 flex days per year, in addition to your holiday entitlement giving you extra time for those moments that matter most.

We’re committed to helping you thrive in your role—without having to compromise on your personal and family life.

Other Benefits

And there’s even more to support you throughout your career with us. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits that reflect our commitment to your personal, professional, and financial wellbeing:

– Contributory pension scheme to help plan for your future

– Supportive, inclusive team culture, where 89% of our people choose to stay

– Group Life Assurance (death in service) after 2 years’ service

– STAR Award (Special Thanks and Recognition) – celebrating those who go above and beyond

– Exceptional training and development programmes, including alternative routes into law

– A firm-wide ethos of promoting from within, with clear, tailored career progression opportunities

– Sick pay and contractual maternity pay entitlements, offering added peace of mind for you and your family

– Recruitment bonus payments for successful referrals

– Access to a Social Fund to support team events and wellbeing activities

– A range of voluntary benefits including the Westfield Health scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and staff savings scheme

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your success is nurtured—and your wellbeing supported every step of the way.

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact Claire Bond, HR Manager on 0114 249 6763 or email [email protected]

Please send all completed applications to [email protected] with the position applied for in the subject line

Please note, individual feedback will not be given due to the number of applicants we receive.