Head of Residential Property - L500 Firm - Excellent Progression Pathway

QED Legal; Thame, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Legal 500 firm in Thame is seeking a Head of Conveyancing to lead their residential property department. This senior role offers strategic oversight and team leadership, with a competitive salary of £75,000 plus bonuses. The firm provides hybrid working options and excellent benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced conveyancers looking to shape a growing team.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in residential conveyancing.
• Confident leader with previous team or department management.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing residential transactions including freehold, leasehold, new build, and remortgages.
• Managing and mentoring a team of solicitors, conveyancers, and assistants.
• Driving department strategy, marketing and development.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Compliance Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Job description

Head of Conveyancing
Location: Thame | Hybrid Working Available
Salary: £75,000 + (DOE) base + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Firm: Legal 500 | Long Established Regional Firm | Growing Residential Team

An exciting opportunity for a senior conveyancing solicitor or licensed conveyancer to lead a well established residential property department within a Legal 500 ranked Oxfordshire firm. This role offers full strategic oversight, team leadership, and a clear path to senior leadership.

The Role You’ll head up a busy, multi-level conveyancing team with a strong local and national client base. Responsibilities include:
• Overseeing residential transactions including freehold, leasehold, new build, and remortgages
• Managing and mentoring a team of solicitors, conveyancers, and assistants
• Ensuring compliance, quality, and excellent client service
• Driving department strategy, marketing and development
• Supporting relationships with longstanding lender clients and brokers

Why Join? • Lead a respected, high performing residential team currently sitting at 11 heads over 4 sites, with scope to build out the Thame practice.
• Join a Legal 500-ranked firm with solid infrastructure and support
• Excellent scope to shape the team’s growth and future direction
• Competitive salary of £75,000 + bonus + benefits
• Hybrid working options and flexible firm culture

What We’re Looking For • 6+ years’ experience in residential conveyancing
• Confident leader with previous team or department management
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of compliance processes
• Commercial awareness and experience building client relationships
• Proactive and organised, with a commitment to quality and development

How to Apply
For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact Chris Prendergast at QED Legal or Apply today.