Residential Conveyancer (Head of Department)

Pertemps; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancer to lead their conveyancing department. You will be responsible for team leadership, setting performance goals, and driving operational improvements. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills along with a passion for developing talent. This role offers a competitive remuneration package and a work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Work-life balance

Supportive working culture

Qualifications

• A qualified Residential Conveyancer (Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer).
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• A commercial mindset and strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead your team with clarity, accessibility and integrity.
• Set goals and performance expectations aligned with firm-wide strategy.
• Drive operational improvements and manage change effectively.

Skills

Leadership skills

Business acumen

Communication skills

People management

Education

Qualified Residential Conveyancer

Job description

Residential Conveyancer (Head of Department), 6+ Years PQE, Stoke on Trent, £80,000+ (DOE) – Are you an experienced Residential Conveyancer looking for that next step in your career? JOB REF: 0969

THE ROLE:
• Lead your team with clarity, accessibility and integrity
• Set goals and performance expectations aligned with firm-wide strategy
• Take ownership of departmental fee income targets and overall profitability
• Drive operational improvements and manage change effectively
• Maintain and raise standards for client service
• Deliver key business projects and contribute to the firm’s growth
• Provide regular performance reports and management information
• Build valuable relationships with local businesses and estate agents

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• A qualified Residential Conveyancer (Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer)
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• A commercial mindset and strong business acumen
• Passion for developing talent and building successful teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ambition to contribute to strategic growth and continuous improvement

ON OFFER:
• Competitive remuneration package.
• The opportunity to shape and lead a successful conveyancing department
• A genuine work-life balance and supportive working culture

For more information or to apply for this role contact Penny Trotman on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail].

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