Job Title: Partner (Residential Conveyancing) Salary: Up to GBP80,000 (Depending On Experience)
Location: Surrey / Hampshire Border
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced, technically strong, and client–focused experienced solicitor or licensed conveyancer to lead our Residential Conveyancing Department. This role involves managing and developing the department, supervising staff, and handling a full and varied caseload. The successful candidate must be fully competent in all aspects of residential property law, including mortgage advice, and will play a vital role in driving the department forward in line with the firm's commitment to quality, client care, and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Management
* Lead the Residential Conveyancing Department, supervising and supporting fee earners, assistants, and support staff.
* Oversee workflow, manage team performance, and support training and development.
* Maintain a collaborative and motivated team culture focused on excellence, responsiveness, and compliance.
Full–Service Residential Conveyancing
* Handle a full range of residential property matters, including:
o Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
o New build purchases
o Help to Buy / Shared ownership
o Right to Buy
o Lease extensions
o Remortgages and equity release
o Transfers of equity and ownership
* Advise clients on all aspects of mortgaging, including lender requirements and mortgage–related obligations.
* Deal directly with mortgage lenders, brokers, and clients to facilitate seamless property finance arrangements.
* Provide clear, practical advice tailored to each client's individual circumstances and long–term financial goals.
Client Engagement & Service Delivery
* Offer a comprehensive, fixed–fee conveyancing service with a personal, stress–reducing approach.
* Ensure consistent, high–quality communication and proactive case management.
* Represent the firm in a professional and approachable manner at all times.
Compliance & Best Practice
* Ensure all conveyancing work complies with CQS, AML regulations, SRA Code of Conduct, and internal firm policies.
* Maintain accurate file management, timely reporting, and full audit trails.
* Keep the team up to date with regulatory changes and conveyancing developments.
Business Development & Reputation Building
* Contribute to the growth of the department through business development, networking, and referrer relationship management.
* Build the firm's profile across Farnham, Surrey, and surrounding areas.
* Work closely with marketing and leadership teams to promote conveyancing services.
Financial Oversight
* Monitor departmental billing, WIP, aged debt, and fee–earner productivity.
* Support forecasting, budgeting, and fee structure optimisation.
Required Experience and Skills:
* Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or FCILEx with a minimum of 10 years' PQE in residential conveyancing.
* Full competence across all core and complex conveyancing areas.
* Proven experience of advising clients on mortgages and liaising with lenders.
* Leadership or team supervision experience is essential.
* Strong attention to detail, client empathy, and a commitment to high service standards.
* Experience of running or developing a conveyancing department.
* CQS compliance experience and familiarity with case management systems.
Strong local knowledge of the Surrey property market and established referrer r