Senior Property Lawyer, Remote / Hybrid, Team Leader

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm is seeking a Senior Property Lawyer to lead a conveyancing team. This role offers hybrid or remote working, managing a manageable caseload. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential conveyancing and proven leadership skills. Competitive benefits include a 16% bonus on billing above target and excellent opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Remote or hybrid working

16% bonus on billing above target

Manageable caseload

Excellent progression opportunities

Employee wellbeing and career growth focus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential conveyancing with strong technical knowledge.
• Previous experience managing or supervising a team of lawyers/support staff.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a conveyancing team of earners and support staff.
• Advise on residential property transactions.
• Handle your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters.

Skills

Proven experience in residential conveyancing

Strong leadership skills

Excellent client care skills

Ability to motivate and advise colleagues

Job description

Overview

Senior Property Lawyer, Remote / Hybrid, Conveyancing Team Leader
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Property Lawyer to step into a Team Leader / Supervisor role within a progressive and growing law firm. This position offers the flexibility of hybrid working or even being fully remote, making it ideal for experienced lawyers seeking work/life balance alongside career progression. You’ll be managing a supportive team (a mix of earners and support staff), while handling a manageable caseload of conveyancing files. The firm rewards performance with a lucrative 16% bonus scheme on billing above target, ensuring your hard work is recognised and well-rewarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and support a conveyancing team of earners and support staff
• Oversee and advise on all aspects of residential property transactions
• Handle your own caseload of residential conveyancing matters – including freehold, leasehold, sales, purchases and remortgages
• Ensure smooth progress of files and provide expert guidance throughout the conveyancing process
• (Optional) Exposure to commercial property work if desired, though not essential

Requirements

• Proven experience in residential conveyancing with strong technical knowledge
• Previous experience managing or supervising a team of lawyers/support staff
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate and advise colleagues
• Excellent client care skills and a proactive approach

Benefits

• Remote or hybrid working – true flexibility to suit your lifestyle
• 16% bonus on everything billed above target
• Manageable caseload (capped around 70 files) for quality over volume
• Excellent progression opportunities within a modern, forward-thinking law firm
• A culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, balance and career growth