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Owen Reed is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Conveyancing to lead a residential and commercial conveyancing department for a top law firm in Romford. This is a key leadership position within the firm, ideal for a dynamic legal professional who combines strong technical expertise with strategic vision, excellent team management skills, and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance service delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leadership & Management:
* Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the conveyancing department.
* Lead, mentor, and develop a team of conveyancers, assistants, and support staff to deliver high-quality services.
* Implement streamlined workflows and performance metrics to enhance team efficiency.
* Handle a caseload of complex residential and commercial property transactions.
* Provide legal guidance on freehold, leasehold, new builds, buy-to-let, transfers of equity, and a broad range of commercial transactions.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and risk management, and maintaining CQS and Lexcel standards.
* Technology & Innovation:
* Champion the adoption of legal tech solutions to improve client experience and internal processes.
* Identify and implement digital tools to increase productivity and reduce manual tasks.
* Business Development:
* Pre-existing relationships and/or following is preferred
* Build and maintain strong relationships with estate agents, mortgage brokers, developers, and other key stakeholders.
* Identify opportunities for growth and expansion of the department.
* Represent the firm at industry events, networking functions, and client meetings.
* Strategic Contribution:
* Collaborate with senior leadership to shape the strategic direction of the firm.
* Provide regular reports on departmental performance and KPIs.
Key Requirements:
* Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive with 7+ years PQE.
* Extensive experience in both residential and commercial conveyancing.
* Proven experience in leading and managing a legal team.
* Strong business development skills with an established network of contacts.
* Tech-savvy with a keen interest in digital innovation within the legal industry.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and client relationship skills.
What We Offer:
* A leadership role within a growing, modern firm.
* A collaborative, forward-thinking working environment.
* Employee Assistance Scheme
* Pension Scheme
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal and Consulting
* Industries
Law Practice and Legal Services
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