Residential Conveyancer -Team Leader - Legal 500 Firm

QED Legal LLP; Apperknowle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Leicester is looking for a Residential Conveyancer - Team Leader to oversee the conveyancing team and manage a varied caseload. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in residential conveyancing and strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and an environment that celebrates professionalism and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Private healthcare

Life assurance paying 3× salary

Flexible benefits including gym memberships

Paid volunteer leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential conveyancing with a track record of managing or leading a team.
• Confident in handling a busy caseload with minimal supervision.
• IT literate with experience using case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Residential Conveyancing team.
• Handle a varied caseload including sales and purchases.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support team members and offer guidance.
• Maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Experience in residential conveyancing

Team management skills

Organisational skills

Business development skills

IT literacy

Excellent communication

Job description

Residential Conveyancer - Team Leader - Legal 500 Firm

Leicester - £40,000 to £65,000

Solicitor, Legal Executive, Licensed Conveyancer or Experienced Conveyancer

The Firm

My client is a well-established, highly regarded law firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service. Recognised in the Legal 500, they pride themselves on professionalism, reliability, and a supportive working environment. The team is friendly, approachable, and committed to helping clients navigate their legal matters efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of service.

The role

• Lead, manage, and develop the Residential Conveyancing team in their Leicester office
• Handle a varied caseload including sales and purchases (freehold, leasehold, and new‑build), re‑mortgages, equity release, and transfers of equity
• Ensure all matters are managed efficiently and in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Support team members, offering guidance and mentoring to develop skills and improve performance
• Maintain strong client relationships and develop connections with referrers

Are you ready to take the next step in your career by leading a high-performing conveyancing team? Do you thrive in a client-focused environment where excellence and teamwork are celebrated?

You

• Proven experience in residential conveyancing with a track record of managing or leading a team
• Confident in handling a busy caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong organisational, compliance, and business development skills
• IT literate with experience using case management systems
• Excellent communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships internally and externally

Benefits

• Competitive salary with career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 4%
• Private healthcare and permanent health insurance
• Life assurance paying 3× salary
• Flexible benefits including discounted gym memberships, additional annual leave options, and retail discounts
• Paid volunteer leave and long service awards

If this seems like the right opportunity for you then apply online! or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today