At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop a dynamic residential conveyancing team while managing complex property transactions.
- Company: A leading West Midlands law firm with a values-led culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and a focus on professional development.
- Other info: Opportunity for genuine influence and career growth in a modern office setting.
- Why this job: Shape the future of conveyancing and make a real impact in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Significant senior-level legal experience and expertise in residential property.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
A leading West Midlands law firm is looking to recruit a Legal Director to head up its residential conveyancing team. The role is based at the firm's modern offices at Waterfront Business Park, Brierley Hill. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior residential property lawyer to take full leadership of an established conveyancing team, shaping its strategy, standards and performance while remaining close to complex, high-quality work. Offering hybrid working, genuine flexibility and a values-led culture built around care, excellence and long-term relationships, this role is ideal for an experienced leader seeking real influence and autonomy rather than another caseload-only position.
The Role
- Leading, managing and developing the residential conveyancing team
- Overseeing a varied range of property transactions including freehold, leasehold, new build and shared ownership
- Providing technical guidance and support on complex matters
- Ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining high professional standards throughout the team
- Monitoring team performance, capacity and service delivery
- Building and maintaining relationships with clients, introducers and internal stakeholders
- Identifying and implementing process and technology improvements
- Supporting and driving the financial performance of the department
- Contributing to wider firm strategy and leading change within the team
The Candidate
- Significant senior-level experience within a legal or professional services environment
- Specialist residential property expertise with the credibility to influence best practice
- Proven ability to lead, mentor and coach colleagues and foster an inclusive environment
- Commercial acumen, with client relationship and business development experience
- High level of professional integrity, accountability and regulatory awareness
- Confident with complex decision-making and accountable for financial contribution
- Strong strategic communication skills and experience of leading change
- Advanced proficiency with legal and business systems, and an appetite for adopting new technology
- Financially literate with current sector knowledge
Head of Residential Conveyancing employer: William James Recruitment
At William James Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Birmingham office provides flexible working options and a competitive salary package, alongside numerous employee benefits that support professional growth and work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for ambitious legal professionals seeking to advance their careers in contentious probate law.
