Head of Residential Property – L500 Firm – Excellent Progression Pathway

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Head of Residential Property – L500 Firm – Excellent Progression Pathway

Published
13/05/2025
Location
Thame, United Kingdom
Category
Job Type
Type Of Lawyer
  • Solicitor
Work Hours
Full-time
Reference No:
BH-49755
Area of Law
  • Conveyancing
Contact Email
chris.prendergast@qedlegal.com
Contact
Chris Prendergast
Contact Phone
07926 313408
Region
South East

Description

Head of Conveyancing
Location: Thame | Hybrid Working Available
Salary: £75,000 + (DOE) base + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Firm: Legal 500 | Long Established Regional Firm | Growing Residential Team

An exciting opportunity for a senior conveyancing solicitor or licensed conveyancer to lead a well established residential property department within a Legal 500 ranked Oxfordshire firm. This role offers full strategic oversight, team leadership, and a clear path to senior leadership.

The Role You’ll head up a busy, multi-level conveyancing team with a strong local and national client base. Responsibilities include:
• Overseeing residential transactions including freehold, leasehold, new build, and remortgages
• Managing and mentoring a team of solicitors, conveyancers, and assistants
• Ensuring compliance, quality, and excellent client service
• Driving department strategy, marketing and development
• Supporting relationships with longstanding lender clients and brokers

Why Join? • Lead a respected, high performing residential team currently sitting at 11 heads over 4 sites, with scope to build out the Thame practice. 
• Join a Legal 500-ranked firm with solid infrastructure and support
• Excellent scope to shape the team’s growth and future direction
• Competitive salary of £75,000 + bonus + benefits
• Hybrid working options and flexible firm culture

What We’re Looking For • 6+ years’ experience in residential conveyancing
• Confident leader with previous team or department management
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of compliance processes
• Commercial awareness and experience building client relationships
• Proactive and organised, with a commitment to quality and development

  How to Apply
For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact Chris Prendergast at QED Legal or Apply today.

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