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Head of Conveyancing – Residential Property

Job details
Posting date: 15 May 2025
Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 14 June 2025
Location: Warrington, Cheshire
Remote working: Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week
Company: Recruitment Professionals
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: HeadofConveyancingResidentialProperty

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Summary

Recruitment Professionals is proud to be supporting a growing law firm in the appointment of a Head of Conveyancing to lead and develop their expanding residential property team.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a Conveyancing Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with at least 5 years’ experience, and the drive to take ownership of a department with autonomy and long-term progression.

About the Role
You will take on the leadership of a thriving conveyancing team, guiding day-to-day operations while shaping the department’s long-term direction. This includes:

- Managing and mentoring a team of conveyancers
- Overseeing residential property files from instruction through to completion
- Supporting panel membership growth
- Driving process improvement, risk management, and compliance
- Working closely with directors, with a path toward directorship and profit share

Why This Role?
- Work in a modern, well-resourced office in the town centre (close to both train stations)
- Flexibility with hybrid and part-time options for the right candidate
- Backed by a full digital marketing team and lead conversion/telesales support
- Existing pipeline of work ready to be handled
- Significant autonomy and scope to shape the department based on your vision

About You
- A qualified legal professional with a current practising certificate (Solicitor, Legal Exec, or Licensed Conveyancer)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in residential conveyancing
- Ideally experienced in team leadership or with exposure to compliance/risk management
- Strong communication and organisation skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire for long-term career growth and leadership
- Personable and collaborative with clients and colleagues alike

Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and grow the conveyancing department
- Ensure effective case progression and service delivery
- Drive compliance and assist directors with regulatory duties
- Support improvements to systems and IT processes
- Develop and maintain a high-performing, client-focused team culture

What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary (£45,000 – £55,000) + quarterly bonus
- Casual dress and supportive working environment
- Hybrid working options (part-remote considered)
- Flexible hours (25–37.5 per week)
- A clear route to directorship and profit participation
- Career central to the firm’s growth strategy

Equal Opportunities
This employer is committed to being an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, gender, disability, or background.

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