Residential Conveyancing Partner

VG Charles & Co; England; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

VG Charles & Co. in Shropshire seeks an experienced Residential Conveyancing Partner or Senior Solicitor to lead and develop a seasoned residential property team. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the direction of the department and contribute to the wider practice.

The successful candidate will oversee a high-quality residential conveyancing service, drive business development, and mentor colleagues to support growth and strategic objectives within the firm.

Qualifications

• Established Partner or Senior Solicitor with substantial expertise in residential property.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Commercial mindset with an interest in growing the department.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the residential conveyancing team.
• Overseeing a varied caseload of residential property transactions.
• Maintaining excellent standards of client care and technical quality.
• Developing and strengthening client relationships and professional networks.
• Identifying opportunities to grow the department and generate new business.
• Mentoring and developing colleagues within the team.
• Contributing to the wider strategic and commercial objectives of the practice.

Skills

Residential Conveyancing

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Job description

Shropshire | Leadership Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Conveyancing Partner or Senior Conveyancing Solicitor to lead and develop an established residential property team in Shropshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious conveyancing professional looking to take on a leadership role, with the scope to shape the direction of the team, drive its continued success and play a key part in the wider development of the practice.

The position would suit an established Partner or an experienced Senior Solicitor ready to take the next step in their career and take responsibility for a residential conveyancing department.

The Role

The successful candidate will take a leading role in the residential conveyancing team, overseeing the delivery of high-quality legal services while supporting the continued development of the department.

Responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing the residential conveyancing team.
• Overseeing a varied caseload of residential property transactions.
• Maintaining excellent standards of client care and technical quality.
• Developing and strengthening client relationships and professional networks.
• Identifying opportunities to grow the department and generate new business.
• Supporting, mentoring and developing colleagues within the team.
• Contributing to the wider strategic and commercial objectives of the practice.

The Ideal Candidate

• An experienced Residential Conveyancing Partner or Senior Solicitor with substantial expertise in residential property.
• Strong technical knowledge across residential conveyancing matters.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Commercially minded, with an interest in business development and departmental growth.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• A proactive and strategic approach, with the ability to help shape the future of the team.

The Opportunity

• A senior leadership position within an established legal practice.
• The opportunity to lead and develop a residential conveyancing team.
• Scope to influence the department's future direction and growth.
• The chance to build on your existing experience and make a meaningful contribution to the wider business.