Calling Conveyancing Solicitors

Experienced Conveyancing Solicitors, are you ready to step into a conveyancing leadership role?

Hutchinson & Buchanan are looking for an experienced, qualified Conveyancing Solicitor to join our Residential Conveyancing team. You’re dedicated to providing exceptional service, ensuring smooth and efficient property sales and purchases.

You should have a minimum of 5 years previous experience, post-qualification. Ideally, you’ll be confident in managing a small conveyancing team. However, we’re open to perhaps a younger, less experienced solicitor to grow into that role, reporting directly to our two partners. If you have experience dealing with private client work too, that would be a bonus.

Company Overview
Hutchinson & Buchanan is the oldest and most well respected family owned and run law firm in Ripon. We provide legal services to a large and varied client base and pride ourselves on the quality of the legal service we offer.

Based in the heart of Ripon in a Grade II listed building, our thriving high street practice comprises two partners, two associate solicitors and a dedicated legal and administration support team that keeps our work flowing. We have deep connections with the community and deliver exceptional service to all of our clients.

Our legal practice has origins that can be traced back to the 18th century. Managing partner, Andrew Hutchinson, is the fourth generation of Hutchinson at the firm and has been here for 30-years. Our other partner, Richard Storey, is about to celebrate his 20th anniversary at H&B. Many of our staff have had long careers with us, and our cashier recently retired after 50-years of service. So we’re obviously doing something right.

We recently upgraded our IT systems, company branding and website, and are launching new marketing and social campaigns.

The Basics

Job Type: Conveyancing Solicitor. Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 0900 – 1700 (with one hour for lunch)

Work Location: In-person, central-Ripon, North Yorkshire

Language: English

Hierarchy: You’ll report to our partners, Andrew and Richard. (The handsome chaps in the picture.)

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)

Application deadline: 20/08/2024

Preferred start date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities
Transaction Management: Oversee and manage the entire conveyancing process from initiation to completion.

Document Preparation: Draft and meticulously review contracts, leases, and other legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact, liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, and other parties involved in the transaction.

Property Searches: Conduct comprehensive property searches and investigate title deeds to identify any potential legal issues.

Negotiation: Skillfully negotiate terms and conditions of property transactions to safeguard clients’ interests.

Compliance: Ensure all legal requirements and deadlines are met throughout the conveyancing process.

Required Skills and Qualifications
You must be fully qualified as a solicitor.

Experience with commercial property would be an advantage but is not necessary.

You must:
have detailed knowledge of Conveyancing Quality Scheme Accreditation
have strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload within a high volume conveyancing environment
have experience dealing with both leasehold and freehold sales and purchases without supervision
have in-depth understanding of conveyancing laws and procedures, and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in document preparation and review
have 5 years minimum (preferred) fee earning experience.

You should:

ideally have experience with the Leap system, especially around time recording and self-billing
have exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with clients and stakeholders, and proven ability to negotiate effectively on behalf of clients
have a positive and friendly manner and present a smart and professional appearance
be able to work well as part of a team
have excellent IT skills
be capable of networking (when required) and building strong relationships with local estate agents.

Personal Attributes:

able to work as part of a team
friendly and proactive
positive and hard working
willing to contribute towards the future
development of the department and company as a whole.

What we offer:

Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement to partner within a supportive environment.

Collaborative Team: Join a friendly and collaborative team of legal professionals dedicated to excellence.

Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package and benefits commensurate with experience.

Fun Fact

Our business has been based at our North Street, central-city offices since 1919. That’s 105 years!

Our Focus

Our Clients’ Life Plans:

99%

of our clients recommend us.

About Ripon
Ripon is a great lifestyle city choice for professionals and families who appreciate traditional values and a good work/life balance. It’s the third-smallest city in England and the smallest in Yorkshire, by population.

The city is at the meeting point of three rivers: the Laver, the Skell (which feeds water into the basin of Ripon Canal) and the Ure. It is located 11 miles (18 km) south-west of Thirsk, 16 miles (26 km) south of Northallerton and 12 miles (19 km) north of Harrogate.

We have a rich 1,300 year history, making it an international tourist destination with a wealth of attractions and experiences, including:

Ripon Cathedral and its tiny chapel which is the oldest surviving Anglo-Saxon crypt in England
the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which consists of the Studley Royal Park and Fountains Abbey (within walking distance of our offices)
Whitby, Yorkshire Dales National Park, North Pennines, North York Moors National Park and Ulster Water (all within an hour’s drive)
many atmospheric streets with both historic and modern pubs, restaurants, cafés, and a bustling retail scene
weekly farmers’ market and a monthly artisan’s market.

Life feels more relaxed in this welcoming, safe and family-friendly environment. You can easily get involved with the community or do your own thing.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a great attitude. If you’re tired of the rat race and long commutes, Ripon could be your ideal next home.

How to apply
If you have a passion for property law and want to make a positive difference to our varied client base, get in touch with partner, Richard Storey.

Email your CV and cover letter to mail@hb-law.co.uk.

We look forward to hearing from you.

We’re trusted by 1000s of happy clients

I have no hesitation in recommending H&B to others. Every aspect of the service they have provided has been first class, not simply in the execution of a recent transaction, but also in the informal consultation and advice that has been offered on a broader range of legal issues.

Address

77 North Street
Ripon
North Yorkshire HG4 1DP

Email

mail@hb-law.co.uk

Phone

01765 602156

Fax

01765 690018