Head of Conveyancing
Location: Bristol
Working Pattern: Hybrid
TSR Legal are pleased to be working with a well-established and highly regarded Bristol law firm that is looking to appoint a Head of Conveyancing to lead and develop its residential property offering.
This is a senior, hands-on role combining strategic leadership and management with high-quality fee earning, ideal for an experienced conveyancer who enjoys mentoring others while remaining close to clients and files.
The Role
As Head of Conveyancing, you will take overall responsibility for the conveyancing department, overseeing performance, compliance, and growth, while also managing your own caseload.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading, managing, and developing a team of conveyancers and support staff
Setting and driving departmental strategy, standards, and best practice
Maintaining strong compliance, risk management, and regulatory oversight
Fee earning on a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters
Acting as a point of escalation for complex or high-value transactions
Supporting business development and contributing to the firms wider growth
Working closely with partners and senior management to shape the future of the department
The Ideal Candidate
A qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive
Proven experience handling residential conveyancing matters end-to-end
Previous experience leading or supervising a conveyancing team
Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness
Confident communicator with a collaborative leadership style
Able to balance management responsibilities with fee earning
Whats On Offer
A genuine leadership role with autonomy and influence
Hybrid working with flexibility built in
A supportive and collegiate firm culture
Competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of experience
The opportunity to shape and grow a conveyancing department long-term
If youre an experienced conveyancer looking for a senior leadership role in Bristol, or youre already heading a department and seeking a fresh challenge within a flexible, forward-thinking firm, this is a role well worth exploring. To learn more, contact Hannah Williams at TSR Legal directly on 02920 388100 or apply directly below.
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