At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic conveyancing team and manage residential property cases.
- Company: Established firm in Birkenhead with a focus on client service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative culture that values efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading a talented team in a thriving environment.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in residential conveyancing and proven leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced Head of Conveyancing to lead an established residential property team based in Birkenhead. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced conveyancing professional who can combine strong technical expertise with effective leadership and operational management. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the performance and development of the conveyancing function, while continuing to provide a high standard of service to clients and supporting the wider team.
The Role
- Leading and managing the conveyancing department
- Overseeing a varied residential conveyancing caseload
- Supporting fee earners with complex or high-value matters where required
- Monitoring departmental performance, productivity and completion levels
- Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently from instruction through to completion
- Providing technical guidance and support to members of the team
- Reviewing processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency
- Managing workloads and allocating files appropriately
- Supporting recruitment, training, development and performance management
- Maintaining high standards of client care and service delivery
- Monitoring compliance, risk and regulatory requirements
- Handling escalated client or transaction issues
- Working with senior management on departmental strategy and objectives
- Reviewing KPIs and producing relevant management information
- Encouraging a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture
- Liaising with other departments and external stakeholders as required
About You
We're looking for a senior conveyancing professional with substantial experience and proven leadership capability. You should have:
- Significant experience within residential conveyancing
- Previous management or departmental leadership experience
- Strong technical knowledge of the conveyancing process
- Experience overseeing a team of fee earners and support staff
- Proven ability to manage performance, workloads and deadlines
- Excellent understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities
- Strong organisational and operational skills
- A commercial and client-focused approach
- The ability to lead by example while supporting and developing others
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced conveyancing leader who understands both the technical and commercial sides of running a successful property department. You'll be confident making decisions, supporting your team and implementing processes that improve efficiency and client service. You'll also be comfortable stepping into complex matters and providing technical guidance when required. This role would suit an experienced Head of Conveyancing, Conveyancing Manager, Department Head or senior fee earner ready to take the next step into departmental leadership. If you're an experienced conveyancing professional looking for a senior leadership opportunity in Birkenhead, we'd be interested in hearing from you.
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