Head of Residential Property

Swindon Full-Time 43200 - 72000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

This well-regarded firm is looking to appoint a talented Head of Residential Property 6+ years PQE to join their established conveyancing team in Swindon. This firm has a rich legacy serving the local community for well over 50 years. It's their transparent and reassuring approach that has kept them as the first choice for private individuals and businesses in the community who need reliable legal services.

There is a palpable sense of team spirit at the firm with colleagues pulling together to support each other and drive forward their success as a collective. They want to work in collaboration with you to make sure that you are able to develop in the way you want to, and have up to date technology and infrastructure in place so that you can concentrate on the legal work that matters to you.

This is a varied role in which you will be fee-earning on good quality residential property work, whilst also playing a pivotal role in driving the department forward to ensure its future success, having the full support from the business. As an experienced Solicitor, you will promote the very best practices and examine client outcomes in order to find ways to continually improve the quality of service provided. The role will also encompass business development projects with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and solicitors meaning you'll make a contribution to the strategic direction of the practice. With excellent support from the wider management team and early progression pathways up to partnership, this is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious residential property lawyer seeking a leadership position.

Requirements:

Management experience and a proven ability to motivate others
Comprehensive technical skills and knowledge of residential property matters
Excellent communication skills and a track record in business development projects

What's on offer:

Competitive salary package and excellent benefits
Excellent career progression pathways up to partnership
Chance to make a significant contribution to the growth of a successful department