Residential Property Solicitor (Head of Department)

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Hertfordshire seeks a Head of Residential Conveyancing to lead and manage its conveyancing department. The role offers a chance to influence business growth while leading a capable team. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in property law and demonstrate leadership capabilities within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ residential property experience.
• Proven record of leadership.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of 7 in a busy conveyancing department.
• Overseeing file management and compliance.
• Playing a key role in strategic business development.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance understanding

Business Development

Mentoring

Proactiveness

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

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Residential Property Solicitor (Head of Department), watford, hertfordshire

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Client:

eNL Legal Recruitment

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Residential Conveyancing Solicitor (Head of Department) - 8+ PQE, Hertfordshire. A senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Conveyancer to head up a well-established team. For more information or to apply for this role contact Gemma on 020 7183 8586.

Job Title: Head of Residential Conveyancing

PQE: 8+

Location: Hertfordshire

The Role:

This is a pivotal role for a seasoned Residential Conveyancer looking to take the next step into departmental leadership. You will be managing a team of 7, overseeing the smooth operation of a busy conveyancing department and will play an integral role in business development and strategic growth. Responsibilities include file oversight, compliance monitoring, performance management, and acting as SRO in due course.

The Candidate:

You will be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 8 years’ residential property experience and a proven record of leadership. You must also be able to demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of compliance and regulatory standards
• A clean claims history
• Confidence in managing and mentoring a team
• A proactive approach to business development
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel between office locations
• A following would be advantageous.

The Firm:

This is a highly respected, multi-office firm with a strong regional reputation for excellence in property law. You’ll join a supportive leadership team that values collaboration and continuous improvement, offering genuine prospects for further progression and a flexible working environment.

To Apply:

Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on 020 7183 8586 or email [emailprotected] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

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