Residential Property Manager

Law Staff Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in England is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Manager to oversee their Property team. You will manage a varied caseload of residential transactions while ensuring compliance and exceptional client service. This position requires strong leadership skills and a proactive approach. Benefits include private medical insurance and flexible working options.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Hybrid or remote working

Discounted dental insurance

Gym membership

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in residential conveyancing with a proven leadership ability.
• Strong understanding of SDLT, Land Registry, and lender requirements.
• Proactively manage a varied caseload and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the residential conveyancing team.
• Oversee a varied caseload of residential property transactions.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor team performance and support professional development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical knowledge of conveyancing procedures

Client relationship management

Operational efficiency

Job description

About the Firm

Our client is a leading Legal Top 200 Firm with over 150 years of history, consistently recognised for excellence and previously awarded Regional Law Firm of the Year. Highly rated by employees on Review Solicitors and Glassdoor, the firm combines expert legal advice with a people‑centric approach. Committed to strong client relationships, ESG initiatives, and making a positive impact on the wider community, it is a dynamic and supportive place to build your career.

The Role

The client is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Manager to lead and develop their Residential Property team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload of residential property transactions, including freehold, leasehold, new builds, and shared ownership, while driving excellence in client service, compliance, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance on conveyancing procedures, SDLT, Land Registry, and lender requirements, supervise team members, and support the Head of Department in delivering outstanding service and financial performance.

This is an ideal role for a proactive, commercially minded conveyancing professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for team development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the residential conveyancing team, ensuring high standards of service delivery and compliance.
• Oversee a varied caseload of residential property transactions, including freehold, leasehold, new builds, and shared ownership, applying strong technical knowledge of conveyancing procedures, SDLT, Land Registry, and lender requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members on complex matters.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Monitor team performance, set objectives, and support professional development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agents, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance client experience, and drive operational efficiency.
• Support the Head of Department in achieving financial targets and maintaining high standards of diligence and service.

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, life assurance, permanent health insurance, and a group personal pension with professional advice. Employees also benefit from an Employee Assistance Programme, health and wellbeing days, enhanced family leave, and hybrid or remote working opportunities. Additional perks include discounted dental insurance and gym membership.

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