Senior Conveyancing Team Leader – Hybrid Cardiff

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary progression

25 days holiday

Hybrid working

Conveyancing fees covered

Moving home days off

Volunteering days

Retail discounts

Refer-a-friend bonuses

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Cardiff is seeking a Conveyancing Team Manager to lead a busy team of property lawyers in a hybrid role. You will oversee day-to-day operations, coach and develop team members, and ensure high performance while aligning with the firm’s values.

The ideal candidate will have extensive residential conveyancing experience and a proven record in managing legal teams. The role supports career development within a modern, technology-forward practice and offers hybrid working with a

Qualifications

• Extensive residential conveyancing experience is required.
• Proven track record of managing legal teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive, inclusive and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing team aligned with company values
• Apply legal expertise to support and upskill team members
• Manage performance using skills matrices and development plans
• Drive continuous improvement and embed change initiatives
• Handle client queries and complaints in line with internal procedures
• Collaborate across departments to achieve shared goals
• Oversee post‑completion processes and ensure SLA compliance
• Monitor productivity, quality, and workload distribution
• Conduct regular one-to-one reviews and team meetings
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training
• Assist with salary reviews and budget planning
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Team management

Mentoring & coaching

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Chadwick Nott in Cardiff is seeking a Conveyancing Team Manager to lead a busy team of property lawyers in a hybrid role. You will oversee day-to-day operations, coach and develop team members, and ensure high performance while aligning with the firm’s values.

The ideal candidate will have extensive residential conveyancing experience and a proven record in managing legal teams. The role supports career development within a modern, technology-forward practice and offers hybrid working with a