Head of Conveyancing Solicitor - Birmingham - 10+ PQE + Lucrative Package + Hybrid
A growing, multi-office law firm is looking to appoint an experienced solicitor as their Head of Conveyancing for their Birmingham office to lead and develop its national residential property function.
This is a standout opportunity for a Head of Conveyancing Solicitor in Birmingham to take ownership of an established team of 30+ conveyancers within a modern, ambitious firm operating across the UK.
As the Head of Conveyancing Solicitor for the Birmingham office, you’ll focus purely on leadership, compliance and business development – with no personal caseload – offering a genuinely strategic role with significant influence and earning potential.
The Role
* Leading and managing a national conveyancing team of 30+ fee earners
* Overseeing compliance, risk and regulatory standards across the department
* Driving business development and strategic growth initiatives
* Supporting and mentoring team leaders and senior conveyancers
* Implementing best practice and improving operational efficiency
* Working closely with directors on firm-wide strategy
* Travelling to London and Bristol offices as required
* Maintaining high standards of client service and delivery
The Candidate
* 10+ PQE Solicitor with strong residential conveyancing experience
* Proven leadership or head of department experience
* Strong technical understanding across all areas of conveyancing
* Excellent knowledge of the London property market
* Demonstrable business development capability
* Commercially minded with a strategic approach
* Strong communication and leadership skills
* A client following is advantageous but not essential
Benefits & How to Apply
* Highly competitive salary (commensurate with experience and profile)
* Lucrative and negotiable bonus structure
* Hybrid working with full flexibility
* National, multi-office platform
* Strategic leadership role with no personal caseload
* Strong internal support structure
* Clear long-term progression and influence
* Collaborative and ambitious firm culture
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone
Contact: Sam Disley-Joyson, Recruitment Consultant
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07852 170946
Email: sam.disley-joyson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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