Senior Conveyancing Leader | Drive Growth & Client Excellence

Gillespie Recruitment; South Shields; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gillespie Recruitment is assisting a well-established legal practice in recruiting a Head of Conveyancing. The role leads a busy residential property department, combining strong technical knowledge with leadership to drive performance, client service, compliance and team development.

The successful candidate will have qualified solicitor or licensed conveyancer experience, with proven leadership and a track record of meeting financial targets.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer with experience
• Strong leadership or team management experience
• Excellent client care and communication
• Commercial awareness with ability to meet financial targets

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing a residential conveyancing team
• Overseeing performance and day-to-day operations of the department
• Managing your own residential conveyancing caseload
• Supervising and mentoring fee earners and support staff
• Ensuring compliance with SRA and regulatory requirements
• Driving departmental growth, profitability and efficiency
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and referrers
• Supporting business development and networking activities

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Conveyancing knowledge

Client service

Commercial awareness

Decision-making

Education

Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer qualification

Job description

Gillespie Recruitment is assisting a well-established legal practice in recruiting a Head of Conveyancing. The role leads a busy residential property department, combining strong technical knowledge with leadership to drive performance, client service, compliance and team development.

The successful candidate will have qualified solicitor or licensed conveyancer experience, with proven leadership and a track record of meeting financial targets.