Head of Residential Conveyancing -Thame

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-established law firm in Thame is seeking a Head of Residential Conveyancing to lead its thriving property team. This leadership position will involve managing a team, handling complex transactions, and strategizing for business growth, all whilst ensuring compliance and quality assurance in conveyancing services.

Benefits

Competitive salary and discretionary bonus

Enhanced pension scheme

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Friendly and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Substantial residential conveyancing experience required.
• Track record of managing a team and complex transactions.
• Strong technical knowledge of leasehold and portfolio work.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the Residential Conveyancing team.
• Handling a full caseload of transactions from instruction to completion.
• Contributing to recruitment, training, and mentoring of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Business development

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive

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31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Head of Residential Conveyancing
Location: Thame, Oxfordshire (Hybrid/flexible working considered)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
A long-established, multi-office law firm with a strong regional presence is seeking a highly experienced Head of Residential Conveyancing to lead its thriving property team based in Thame. With a history of over 150 years and an excellent reputation for client service, the firm continues to grow while remaining firmly rooted in the local community.
This is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to shape and develop a high-performing team, handle a quality caseload, and contribute to the firm's wider strategic goals.
The Role
The successful candidate will take responsibility for leading the residential conveyancing department at the firm's flagship office. They will provide technical expertise, day-to-day oversight of team members, and drive the growth of the department through business development and relationship-building.
Key Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the Residential Conveyancing team in Thame
• Handling a full caseload of freehold and leasehold transactions from instruction to completion, including remortgages, transfers of equity, new builds, shared ownership leases, and declarations of trust
• Overseeing compliance, risk management, and quality assurance within the team
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with local estate agents, brokers, referrers, and clients
• Preparing contracts, supporting documents, and official copies
• Managing post-completion procedures and ensuring accurate, timely billing
• Contributing to recruitment, training, and mentoring of junior team members
• Using the firm's case management system and ensuring effective workflow processes

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive with substantial residential conveyancing experience
• Proven track record of managing a team and handling complex transactions
• Strong technical knowledge of the conveyancing process, including leasehold and portfolio work
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Commercially aware and comfortable with business development activities
• High attention to detail, able to meet tight deadlines under pressure

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Friendly and supportive work environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior conveyancing professional to step into a leadership role within a respected regional firm that values its people, clients, and community.
To apply or for more information, please send a CV and covering letter