Job Description

A fantastic opportunity to head up a team in new offices in East London.

Our lovely client in East London is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Conveyancing to lead their residential and commercial conveyancing department. This is a key leadership position within the firm, ideal for a dynamic legal professional who combines strong technical expertise with strategic vision, excellent team management skills, and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance service delivery.

Please note that before applying, this is a 5-day in-office role

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Management:

Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the conveyancing department. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of conveyancers, assistants, and support staff to deliver high-quality services. Implement streamlined workflows and performance metrics to enhance team efficiency.

Residential & Commercial Conveyancing:

Handle a caseload of complex residential and commercial property transactions. Provide legal guidance on freehold, leasehold, new builds, buy-to-let, transfers of equity, and a broad range of commercial transactions. Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and risk management, and maintaining CQS and Lexcel standards. Technology & Innovation: Champion the adoption of legal tech solutions to improve client experience and internal processes. Identify and implement digital tools to increase productivity and reduce manual tasks.

Business Development:

Pre-existing relationships and/or following is preferred Build and maintain strong relationships with estate agents, mortgage brokers, developers, and other key stakeholders. Identify opportunities for growth and expansion of the department. Represent the firm at industry events, networking functions, and client meetings. Strategic Contribution: Collaborate with senior leadership to shape the strategic direction of the firm." Provide regular reports on departmental performance and KPIs.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 65,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Romford RM3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Are you a UK Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive with 7+ years PQE Do you have extensive experience in both residential and commercial conveyancing Do you have proven experience in leading and managing a legal team? Do you have strong business development skills with an established network of contacts?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person