Head Of Residential Property

Henderson Scott Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited represents a Legal 500 recognised regional law firm in Oxford seeking a Head of Residential Property to lead and develop a high-quality practice. The role involves overseeing a busy conveyancing caseload, mentoring junior lawyers, and shaping the future direction of the department.

The successful candidate will drive business development, strengthen client relationships and collaborate with senior leadership to grow the firm’s presence in Oxfordshire.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Residential Property and Conveyancing.
• Proven ability to supervise and develop a legal team.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Residential Property team.
• Manage a varied conveyancing caseload including freehold/leasehold matters.
• Mentor junior lawyers and support staff.
• Drive business development and department growth.
• Build and maintain client, agent and referrer relationships.
• Ensure high standards of client service and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to the firm’s strategic growth in Oxfordshire.

Skills

Leadership

Conveyancing expertise

Client relationship management

Business development

Job description

Role: Head of Residential Property
Location: Oxford
Salary: Competitive Salary plus Bonus & Benefits Package

The Opportunity A highly regarded and Legal 500 recognised law firm is seeking an experienced Head of Residential Property to lead and develop its successful Residential Property practice based in Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Property Lawyer looking to take on a strategic leadership position within a progressive and people-focused firm. The successful candidate will oversee a Residential Property team, manage a high-quality caseload and play a key role in driving the continued growth and success of the department. Working alongside senior leadership, you will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of the team, mentor and develop junior lawyers and strengthen the firm's position within the Oxfordshire property market.

The Firm Our client is a highly respected regional law firm consistently recognised within the Legal 500 for the quality of its legal services and client care. The firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering practical, commercially focused advice and prides itself on being a people-first organisation that supports both its clients and employees. Lawyers benefit from a collaborative culture, genuine progression opportunities and a strong emphasis on professional development. The firm continues to attract high-quality work from individuals, businesses, developers and investors across Oxfordshire and the wider region and offers a supportive environment where talented lawyers can build long-term careers.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Leading and developing the Residential Property team.
• Managing a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and support staff.
• Driving business development initiatives and helping to grow the department.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, estate agents and professional referrers.
• Ensuring exceptional client service and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Contributing to the wider strategic growth of the firm.

You will likely have:

• Significant experience within Residential Property and Conveyancing.
• A proven track record of managing a successful conveyancing caseload.
• Previous supervisory, management or team leadership experience.
• Strong business development and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent technical knowledge and commercial awareness.
• Strong communication, organisational and leadership abilities.
• A proactive and collaborative approach with a desire to contribute to the long-term success of the firm.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a Legal 500 recognised practice offering high-quality work, genuine leadership responsibility, excellent career progression and a supportive working environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and grow a successful Residential Property team while building their profile within a highly respected regional firm.