Conveyancing Solicitor - Head of Department

Conveyancing Solicitor - Head of Department

My client is looking for a Conveyancing Solicitor to head up the conveyancing department in Romford, East London. This is a key leadership position within the firm, ideal for a dynamic legal professional who combines strong technical expertise with strategic vision, excellent team management skills, and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance service delivery. The Residential Conveyancing department of this modern thinking firm has seen unprecedented growth recently and is growing rapidly. They have a regional presence, and the reputation of being a great place to work.Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the conveyancing department.Lead, mentor, and develop a team of conveyancers, assistants, and support staff to deliver high-quality services.Implement streamlined workflows and performance metrics to enhance team efficiency.Handle a caseload of complex residential and commercial property transactions.Provide legal guidance on freehold, leasehold, new builds, buy-to-let, transfers of equity, and a broad range of commercial transactions.Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and risk management, and maintaining CQS and Lexcel standards.Champion the adoption of legal tech solutions to improve client experience and internal processes.Identify and implement digital tools to increase productivity and reduce manual tasks.Build and maintain strong relationships with estate agents, mortgage brokers, developers, and other key stakeholders.Identify opportunities for growth and expansion of the department.Represent the firm at industry events, networking functions, and client meetings.Qualifications

Fully qualified solicitor / Legal Executive with at least 5+ years’ experience in residential conveyancing.Extensive experience in both residential and commercial conveyancing.Proven experience in leading and managing a legal team.Strong business development skills with an established network of contacts.Tech-savvy with a keen interest in digital innovation within the legal industry.What’s On Offer

A leadership role within a growing, modern firm.Competitive salaryOpportunities for continued professional development.A collaborative, forward-thinking working environment.Employee Assistance SchemePension SchemeShould you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.Please note: due to the number of applications we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been ..... full job details .....