Senior Associate Head of New Build Conveyancing
Cardiff | Permanent
TSR Legal are delighted to be representing a highly regarded, established law firm in Cardiff that is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to lead and grow its New Build Conveyancing offering. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced new build specialist who wants more than just a caseload this role offers real autonomy, influence, and the chance to expand an already successful department.
The Opportunity
This firm has a strong existing reputation in residential conveyancing and works closely with major national developers. They are now investing in the growth of their new build department and are seeking someone senior and commercially minded to take ownership of this exciting new venture.
You will manage your own new build caseload while also heading up the department, shaping its future direction, developing processes, and playing a key role in its expansion.
The Work
The caseload will be varied and high-quality, including:
Plot purchases
First-time buyer new build transactions
Part exchanges
Buy-to-let new builds
Fixed price developer schemes
Help to Buy matters
The firm has significant experience in this space and was an early leader in Help to Buy, completing a substantial proportion of the schemes first transactions in Wales. They fully understand the timescales and commercial realities of working with developers and new build clients.
Leadership & Growth Focus
Alongside fee-earning, you will:
Take the lead on the firms new build strategy
Build, develop, and lead a new build team
Implement systems and best practice for new build conveyancing
Strengthen and grow relationships with developers and introducers
Work closely with senior management with the freedom to see your vision through
This is very much a growth-led role ideal for someone who wants a seat at the table and the ability to genuinely influence how a department is run.
The Ideal Candidate
Im keen to speak with:
Qualified Solicitors or Legal Executives with strong new build conveyancing experience
Candidates operating at Senior Associate level, or Associates ready to step up
Individuals confident managing their own new build caseload
Lawyers who are commercially aware, proactive, and ambitious
Those who want autonomy, responsibility, and long-term progression
Whats on Offer
A rare opportunity to head up and grow a new build department
Genuine autonomy and senior-level influence
High-quality work with national developers
A supportive, forward-thinking firm
Competitive salary and benefits
If youre an experienced new build conveyancer looking for a role where you can lead, shape, and grow, Id love to have a confidential conversation, contact Hannah Williams directly on 02920 388100 or submit your CV directly below.
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