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Head of Residential Property

JMC Legal Recruitment

Swindon

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GBP 125,000 - 150,000

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established regional firm is seeking an ambitious Head of Residential Property Solicitor with over 5 years PQE to lead their Conveyancing team in Swindon. This reputable firm has a rich heritage and is well-regarded for its commitment to client care. In this leadership role, you will oversee daily operations, mentor a dedicated team, and engage in business development projects. With excellent support from management and clear pathways to partnership, this is a unique opportunity to significantly impact the growth of a successful department. If you're a driven residential property lawyer looking for your next challenge, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Excellent career progression

Contributions to department growth

Qualifications

  • 5+ years PQE in residential property law with management experience.
  • Strong communication and business development skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the conveyancing department and mentor the team.
  • Promote best practices and improve client outcomes.

Skills

Management experience

Communication skills

Business development

Technical knowledge of residential property

Job description

A highly successful regional firm with a rich heritage is looking to appoint an ambitious Head of Residential Property Solicitor 5 + years PQE to join their Swindon office.

The firm:
This long-standing firm has been serving local individuals, families, and businesses for centuries, which is a testament to their ability to innovate and stay ahead of the times. They now have an established network of offices in the South West. Not only are they well-regarded for their legal services, but they have also received commendation for their commitment to client care and have won multiple awards for this.

The role:
This firm is looking to appoint a Head of Department for their established Conveyancing team in Swindon office.

  • You will oversee the day-to-day functioning of the conveyancing department and play an active role in developing, mentoring, and motivating the team.
  • As an experienced Solicitor, you will promote the very best practices and examine client outcomes in order to find ways to continually improve the quality of service provided.
  • This leadership role also encompasses business development projects with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and solicitors, and you will help to guide the strategic direction of the practice.

With excellent support from the wider management team and progression pathways up to partnership, this is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious residential property lawyer seeking a leadership position.

Requirements:

  • Management experience and a proven ability to motivate others.
  • Comprehensive technical skills and knowledge of residential property matters.
  • Excellent communication skills and a track record in business development projects.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary package and excellent benefits.
  • Excellent career progression pathways up to partnership.
  • Chance to make a significant contribution to the growth of a successful department.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Head of Department - Conveyancing 5+ years PQE to join a reputable firm based in their Swindon office.
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