Head of Office / Residential Property Solicitor (5+ PQE)
Wokingham | Full-time | Competitive Salary + Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Chartered Legal Executive to join a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm in its Wokingham office. This is a key leadership role, combining hands-on fee earning with responsibility as Head of Office, offering the chance to shape and develop a successful residential property team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior conveyancing professional looking to take the next step in their career, combining leadership, client relationship management, and high-quality technical work within a supportive and professional environment.
The Role
You will take ownership of a busy and varied residential property caseload while also leading the Wokingham office. The role requires a strong commercial mindset, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to maintain and grow key local relationships.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Managing a full residential conveyancing caseload from instruction to completion
* Acting as Head of Office, overseeing day-to-day operations and performance
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with local estate agents and referrers
* Driving business development and generating new instructions
* Ensuring high standards of client care at all times
* Managing workloads effectively to meet financial and billing targets
* Ensuring full compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
* Supporting and contributing to a collaborative team culture
About You
The successful candidate will have:
* Minimum 5+ years' PQE in residential property law
* Strong experience within the Wokingham / Berkshire market (preferred)
* A proven track record of building relationships with estate agents and referrers
* Excellent technical knowledge of residential conveyancing
* Strong leadership and organisational skills
* A client-focused, professional, and reassuring approach
* Ability to manage competing deadlines in a busy environment
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems
What's On Offer
* Competitive salary package
* Pension scheme
* Supportive and professional working environment
* Strong local reputation and established client base
* Opportunity to lead and develop a respected regional office
* Long-term career progression within a growing and stable practice
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Residential Property professional ready to step into a leadership role while continuing to deliver high-quality conveyancing work within a respected and well-established regional firm.
Apply today or contact Stephany Jardim at Henderson Scott on 07701008254 for more information