CrawlJobs Logo

Head of Conveyancing

https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo

Douglas Scott

Location Icon

Location:
United Kingdom , Wirral

Category Icon
Category:

Job Type Icon

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary Icon

Salary:

60000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

The Head of Conveyancing role is focused on supervising and developing the firm’s conveyancing department, setting professional standards, overseeing performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting improvements in processes. Additional responsibilities include handling sensitive property transactions and collaborating with business partners.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and supervise fee earners in line with Lexcel, CQS, and SRA standards
  • deliver structured legal training and maintain best practice across the department
  • oversee compliance, risk management, and regulatory matters including AML
  • drive improvements in client service, case intake and operational efficiency
  • handle complex or sensitive property transactions as required
  • maintain and develop strong relationships with introducers and partners

Requirements:

  • Proven experience leading a team
  • deep understanding of residential property law
  • passion for compliance, training, and process improvement
  • confident and proactive conveyancer
  • hands-on, approachable management style
What we offer:
  • Hybrid working: 3 days from home, 2 days in-office
  • a collaborative and autonomous working culture
  • an opportunity to make a real impact in a senior leadership role

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 29, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
Job Link Share:

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Briefcase Icon

Similar Jobs for Head of Conveyancing

Head of Conveyancing

Are you an experienced conveyancer ready to take the next step in your career? W...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Harrogate
Salary
Salary:
50000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Chartered Legal Executive with substantial experience in residential conveyancing
  • Proven experience in managing a conveyancing team and overseeing workflows
  • Strong technical knowledge of residential property law and complex transactions
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • A proactive approach with a focus on client service and continuous improvement
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Oversee and manage a team of conveyancers and support staff across multiple offices
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and training to ensure high standards and efficiency
  • Manage a small caseload of complex residential property transactions
  • Drive operational improvements and ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory standards
  • Collaborate with senior management on strategy, performance, and growth initiatives
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive salary up to £60,000, depending on experience
  • Opportunities for professional development and progression
  • Supportive leadership and a collaborative working environment
  • Hybrid working arrangements (subject to business needs)
  • A chance to make a real impact on a growing and ambitious firm
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Conveyancing

My client, a well-established legal firm based on the Wirral, is seeking a dynam...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Wirral
Salary
Salary:
60000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Proven experience leading a team
  • Deep understanding of residential property law
  • Passion for compliance, training, and process improvement
  • Hands-on, approachable management style.
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Lead and supervise fee earners in line with Lexcel, CQS, and SRA standards
  • Deliver structured legal training and maintain best practice across the department
  • Oversee compliance, risk management, and regulatory matters including AML
  • Drive improvements in client service, case intake and operational efficiency
  • Handle complex or sensitive property transactions as required
  • Maintain and develop strong relationships with introducers and partners.
What we offer
What we offer
  • Salary up to £70,000
  • Hybrid working: 3 days from home, 2 days in-office
  • A collaborative and autonomous working culture
  • An opportunity to make a real impact in a senior leadership role.
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Conveyancing

The Head of Conveyancing role involves leading a busy Property Group, supervisin...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Wirral
Salary
Salary:
60000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Proven experience leading a team
  • deep understanding of residential property law
  • passion for compliance, training, and process improvement
  • hands-on, approachable management style
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Lead and supervise fee earners in line with Lexcel, CQS, and SRA standards
  • deliver structured legal training and maintain best practice across the department
  • oversee compliance, risk management, and regulatory matters including AML
  • drive improvements in client service, case intake and operational efficiency
  • handle complex or sensitive property transactions as required
  • maintain and develop strong relationships with introducers and partners
What we offer
What we offer
  • Salary up to £70,000
  • hybrid working: 3 days from home, 2 days in-office
  • a collaborative and autonomous working culture
  • an opportunity to make a real impact in a senior leadership role
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Residential Conveyancing

The firm is a leading UK-based property trading business, specialising in quick ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , London
Salary
Salary:
100000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Qualified solicitor or licensed conveyancer with significant experience (minimum of 6 years) managing external law firms
  • In-depth knowledge of residential conveyancing and the associated legal process
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing a busy caseload
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Strong commercial and technical understanding of conveyancing practices
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
  • Familiarity with technological solutions for transaction management
  • Experience in tendering processes for third-party services
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Audit and optimize current conveyancing processes to ensure scalability and efficiency
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve overall performance
  • Manage the end-to-end conveyancing process for property purchases and onward sales
  • Recruit, train, and manage a Paralegal
  • Source and onboard third-party law firms and suppliers to meet business needs
  • Streamline and automate processes to boost productivity
  • Prioritize workloads based on client requirements and commercial objectives
  • Direct external solicitors and ensure the timely progression of transactions
  • Collaborate with the Valuation team to incorporate legal considerations into property valuations
  • Advise the Buying team on the legal implications of property purchases
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment where you can make a tangible impact
  • The chance to lead and shape the legal processes within a growing business
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Residential Conveyancing

The firm is a leading UK-based property trading business, specialising in quick ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , London
Salary
Salary:
100000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Qualified solicitor or licensed conveyancer with significant experience (minimum of 6 years) managing external law firms
  • In-depth knowledge of residential conveyancing and the associated legal process
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience managing a busy caseload
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Strong commercial and technical understanding of conveyancing practices
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
  • Familiarity with technological solutions for transaction management is a plus
  • Experience in tendering processes for third-party services is highly desirable
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Audit and optimize current conveyancing processes to ensure scalability and efficiency
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve overall performance
  • Manage the end-to-end conveyancing process for property purchases and onward sales
  • Recruit, train, and manage a Paralegal
  • Source and onboard third-party law firms and suppliers to meet business needs
  • Streamline and automate processes to boost productivity
  • Prioritize workloads based on client requirements and commercial objectives
  • Direct external solicitors and ensure the timely progression of transactions
  • Collaborate with the Valuation team to incorporate legal considerations into property valuations
  • Advise the Buying team on the legal implications of property purchases
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment where you can make a tangible impact
  • The chance to lead and shape the legal processes within a growing business
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Residential Conveyancing

Exciting leadership opportunity in a well-established, supportive firm with a re...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Altrincham
Salary
Salary:
75000.00 - 110000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Experienced residential conveyancer
  • Leadership skills
  • Team management experience
  • Ability to supervise junior staff including paralegals and a trainee
  • Strong caseload management
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Lead the residential conveyancing department
  • Manage a caseload of 30-40 files
  • Supervise junior staff
  • Grow the team
  • Maintain relationships with local estate agents and mortgage brokers
What we offer
What we offer
  • Gym or pilates membership
  • Enhanced medical insurance
  • Great holiday entitlement
  • Onsite parking
  • Route to partnership
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Residential Property

A Head of Residential Property is wanted for a fantastic opportunity near Lichfi...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Lichfield
Salary
Salary:
45000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • technically strong Residential Property Solicitors
  • at least 5 years experience managing a caseload from start to finish
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • head up the department
  • manage a full and varied caseload of sales & purchase, re-mortgage, transfers of equity, right to buy, shared ownership schemes and lease extensions from start to finish
What we offer
What we offer
  • excellent benefits
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Legal Practice

We're seeking a driven and experienced Head of Legal Practice (HoLP) to lead a d...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Greater London
Salary
Salary:
70000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Proven experience in compliance and residential conveyancing
  • commercial experience a plus but not a prerequisite
  • Strong administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
  • Exceptional analytical and organisational abilities
  • Excellent communication skills with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
  • At least 7 years of residential conveyancing experience
  • 1+ years of experience in a HoLP role (preferred)
  • Solicitor license required
  • UK work authorisation required
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Lead and manage the legal team, providing direction and support
  • Develop and implement legal strategies in line with the company's objectives
  • Offer detailed legal advice and analysis to senior management
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, staying up-to-date on legislative changes
  • Provide training and guidance to staff on legal matters, ensuring understanding of compliance
What we offer
What we offer
  • annual performance bonus
  • Flexibility to work from home with travel to London once or twice p/m
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right