Head of Residential Conveyancing

Executive Network Legal Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Berkshire seeks a Residential Property Solicitor (Head of Conveyancing) with 5+ PQE to lead their conveyancing department. This strategic leadership role involves managing a varied caseload, mentoring junior colleagues, and driving performance. The firm offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000 plus an excellent benefits package including hybrid working options and financial support for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus scheme

Attractive pension scheme

Financial support for professional development

Convenient parking facilities

Qualifications

• Strong technical experience in both residential and commercial conveyancing.
• Ability to manage and shape a team effectively.
• Experience in business development and client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand the conveyancing department.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior colleagues.
• Contribute to the integration of new technologies.

Skills

Strong technical experience in conveyancing

Experience managing or supervising a team

Commercial awareness

Ambition

Education

Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE

Job description

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SOLICITOR (HEAD OF CONVEYANCING), 5+ PQE, BERKSHIRE, SALARY UP TO £60-70,000 (DOE) + EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE.

Outstanding opportunity to move into a strategic leadership role and play a pivotal role in shaping the conveyancing practice of this established firm.

The successful candidate will lead and expand the conveyancing department, taking a central role in strategic planning and business development, with a strong focus on driving performance and embedding best practices within the team.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• The firm are seeking qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE, with strong technical experience in conveyancing (commercial and residential) and experience managing or supervising a team.
• You will have the autonomy to shape and grow your own team, while managing a varied caseload of residential and commercial conveyancing matters.
• Alongside this, you will provide guidance and mentorship to junior colleagues, contribute to the integration of new technologies, and play an active role in strengthening the firm’s reputation and presence in the local market.
• You must demonstrate strong commercial awareness and ambition, with candidates who bring an existing client following considered highly desirable.

Benefits

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including hybrid working options, annual appraisals with salary reviews, a discretionary bonus scheme, an attractive company pension scheme, financial support for professional development opportunities, and convenient parking facilities within walking distance.

How to Apply

To apply or to register your interest, please contact Gemma on 0207 183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV.

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