Conveyancing Team Leader – Leicester
A highly regarded, Legal 500 recognised and award-winning law firm, with offices across the East Midlands, is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Conveyancer to join as a Team Leader, managing and developing their expanding Residential Conveyancing team in Leicester.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior conveyancer who enjoys leadership responsibilities alongside fee earning and wants to play a key role in shaping and growing a successful department.
What you’ll be doing:
Managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload, including:
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Sales and purchases (including leasehold and new-build)
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Re-mortgages
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Equity release
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Transfers of equity
In your Team Leader capacity, you will also:
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Lead, manage, and develop the Residential Conveyancing team
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Act as a point of escalation and support for junior fee earners
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Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referrers
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Drive business development and contribute to departmental growth
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Ensure high standards of compliance, organisation, and file management
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Work confidently with minimal supervision
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Use case management systems effectively and promote best practice across the team
About You:
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Proven experience within a busy residential conveyancing team
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Confident managing a full conveyancing caseload independently
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Previous experience in a Team Leader / supervisory / management role (essential)
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Strong business development skills
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Excellent organisational and compliance skills
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IT literate, with prior experience using case management systems
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Formal qualifications are welcomed but not essential — the firm is happy to invest in your development, including CLC or SQE routes, if applicable
What’s in it for you:
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A Team Leader role within a Legal 500 recognised, award-winning firm
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The opportunity to shape and grow a successful conveyancing team
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Genuine investment in your career development and professional qualifications
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A supportive and collaborative working environment
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A competitive salary in line with experience, plus a generous benefits package including flexible working arrangements
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Long-term progression within a respected regional firm
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Isabel at Harkaye Core Talent for a confidential discussion