Conveyancing Solicitor - Head of Department
My client is looking for a Conveyancing Solicitor to head up the conveyancing department in Romford, East London. 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. The Residential Conveyancing department of this modern thinking firm has seen unprecedented growth recently and is growing rapidly. They have a regional presence, and the reputation of being a great place to work.
Responsibilities
* 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.
* 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.
* 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.
Qualifications
* Fully qualified solicitor / Legal Executive with at least 5+ years’ experience in residential conveyancing.
* 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.
What’s On Offer
* A leadership role within a growing, modern firm.
* Competitive salary
* Opportunities for continued professional development.
* A collaborative, forward-thinking working environment.
* Employee Assistance Scheme
* Pension Scheme
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.
Please note: due to the number of applications we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
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