Conveyancing Head of Department

TAILORED SOLUTIONS RECRUITMENT LTD; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded multi-service law firm in Swindon is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Head of Department to lead their Residential Conveyancing team. This role involves driving departmental strategy, managing team performance, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The firm offers a competitive salary up to £80,000, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Career development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Collaborative firm culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a residential conveyancing team in a law firm setting.
• In-depth knowledge of residential property matters.
• Commercially astute with a track record of achieving targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Residential Conveyancing department.
• Oversee a team of conveyancers, providing mentorship and guidance.
• Manage complex residential property transactions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Strategic Thinking

Commercial Acumen

Job description

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Conveyancing Head of Department
Location: Swindon
Salary: Up to £80,000 (DOE)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hybrid Working Available

The Opportunity

TSR Legal is proud to be partnering with a well-regarded multi-service law firm in Swindon, currently seeking an experienced Conveyancing Head of Department. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior legal professional to lead a thriving Residential Conveyancing team, drive departmental strategy, and play a key role in the firm's ongoing growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Residential Conveyancing department, setting objectives and driving performance
• Oversee a team of conveyancers and support staff, providing mentorship, supervision, and technical guidance
• Develop and implement strategies for growth, efficiency, and exceptional client service
• Manage complex residential property transactions, including lease extensions and new builds
• Review departmental workflows, identify improvements, and implement process enhancements
• Build strong relationships with clients, estate agents, and stakeholders
• Monitor team performance, financial targets, and contribute to business planning
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal standards, including GDPR and SRA rules

About You

• Proven experience leading a residential conveyancing team in a law firm setting
• In-depth knowledge of residential property matters, including leasehold, new build, and complex transactions
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Commercially astute with a track record of achieving targets and driving growth
• Strategic thinker with the ability to deliver operational improvements
• Confident working with senior management and contributing to firm-wide initiatives

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £80,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working options to support work-life balance
• A collaborative, forward-thinking firm culture
• Career development opportunities, including potential for salaried partnership
• Supportive leadership team and access to firm-wide resources

How to Apply

To apply or learn more about this opportunity, please contact Olivia Reed at TSR Legal:
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

For a confidential discussion, feel free to get in touch.