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Job Description
Residential Conveyancing Team Leader Lead & Grow a Thriving Team
Salary: c.38000 - 48000 Bonus
Location: Leicester
Are you an experienced conveyancer ready to step into a leadership role where you can truly make an impact
Our client a well-established and respected law firm in Leicester is seeking a Residential Conveyancing Team Leader to join their expanding property department. This is more than just a management positionits an opportunity to shape the future of a growing team whilst maintaining your own rewarding caseload.
If youre looking for a role that combines hands-on conveyancing with genuine leadership responsibilities excellent earning potential and a supportive environment that values your expertise this could be your next career move.
About the Role
As Residential Conveyancing Team Leader youll be at the heart of our clients property department managing and developing a busy team whilst handling your own varied caseload. This dual role offers the perfect balance between leadership and technical conveyancing work allowing you to utilise your full skill set.
Youll be responsible for:
- Leading and developingthe residential conveyancing team providing guidance supervision and mentorship
- Managing your own caseloadof residential property matters from instruction to completion
- Building and maintainingstrong relationships with clients referrers and introducers
- Driving business developmentinitiatives to grow the departments client base
- Ensuring compliancewith all regulatory requirements and firm policies
- Implementing best practicesand improving team processes and efficiency
- Monitoring team performance and conducting regular file reviews
Your Caseload Will Include
- Sale and purchase transactions (freehold and leasehold)
- New-build developments
- Re-mortgage transactions
- Equity release matters
- Transfer of equity
- Unregistered and registered land transactions
What Were Looking For
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years experiencein residential conveyancing within a UK law firm
- Proven team management or supervisory experience you must have successfully led or managed conveyancers previously
- Strong technical knowledgeacross all aspects of residential property law
- Excellent file management skillswith the ability to handle a varied caseload independently
- Experience using case management systems(ideally but not essential: Case Manager Proclaim or similar)
- Outstanding business development and networking abilities you should be comfortable building referral relationships
- Strong compliance awarenessand attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to work autonomouslywith minimal supervision whilst supporting your team
Desirable:
- CILEX CLC or solicitor qualification (though not essential for the right candidate)
- Established referral network or client following
- Experience implementing process improvements or training initiatives
Whats On Offer
Our client recognises that attracting and retaining top talent requires a competitive and comprehensive package:
- Competitive salary: 38000 - 48000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- Performance-based bonus schemelinked to personal and team targets
- Hybrid working arrangements flexibility to work from home after initial training period
- Career progression opportunities genuine scope to develop your leadership skills and advance within the firm
- Generous holiday allowance(25 days plus bank holidays increasing with service)
- Pension schemewith employer contributions
- Ongoing professional development support for further qualifications and training
- Supportive working environmentwith an experienced and collaborative team
- Modern office facilitiesin a convenient Leicester location with parking
- Employee wellbeing initiatives and social events
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This isnt just another conveyancing roleits a genuine opportunity to lead influence and grow. Our client is committed to investing in their people and has ambitious plans for expansion. As Team Leader youll have the autonomy to shape the departments direction whilst being supported by experienced partners and a strong administrative team.
The firm offers a refreshing approach: they value work-life balance encourage innovation and reward excellence. If youre tired of being just another fee-earner and want to take the next step in your career with a firm that will back your ambitions this is the role for you.
Location & Working Arrangements
- Location: Leicester (easily accessible with parking available)
- Working hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday standard office hours with flexibility)
- Hybrid working: Available after successful completion of initial training and integration period
- Office environment: Modern well-equipped workspace with collaborative team atmosphere
Next Steps
If youre an experienced conveyancer with leadership capabilities and youre ready to take your career to the next level we want to hear from you.
To apply or discuss this opportunity in confidence please contact:
Please submit your up-to-date CV outlining your relevant experience and why this role appeals to you.
About Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
We are a specialist legal recruitment consultancy committed to connecting exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities. We work exclusively on behalf of our clients and handle all applications with the utmost confidentiality.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
