Senior Conveyancer / Conveyancing Team Leader

Location: Central London based office
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Monday to Friday

We are working with an established and well-regarded London-based law firm who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Conveyancer / Conveyancing Team Leader to join their residential property team. This is a key hire within the business, offering the opportunity to take a hands-on role managing your own caseload while also supporting and developing a small team. The position would suit a commercially aware conveyancer who is confident handling the full transaction process and is looking to step into, or further develop, a leadership role within a growing and supportive firm.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Conveyancer / Conveyancing Team Leader:

* Lead and manage a team of conveyancers, providing day-to-day support, guidance, and oversight

* Oversee a reduced personal caseload of residential or commercial property matters from instruction through to completion

* Ensure all transactions are handled efficiently, accurately, and in line with current legal and regulatory requirements

* Monitor team performance, supporting individuals to meet targets and maintain service standards

* Act as a key escalation point for complex cases, providing solutions and direction where needed

* Maintain high levels of client care, ensuring a professional and consistent experience throughout the process

* Support the ongoing development of the team, identifying training needs and encouraging progression

* Ensure workloads are effectively managed across the team to meet deadlines and service expectations

* Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operational delivery

Key Requirements of the Senior Conveyancer / Conveyancing Team Leader:

* Minimum 5 years' experience handling residential or commercial conveyancing matters end-to-end

* Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or equivalent experience

* Proven experience leading or mentoring a team within a conveyancing environment

* Strong knowledge of freehold and leasehold transactions

* Commercially aware, with the ability to balance client service and business objectives

* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively

* Excellent organisational and time management skills

* High attention to detail and accuracy

* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

* Confident in supporting, developing, and motivating a team

Additional Information

* Company pension

* Private medical insurance

* Life insurance

* Employee discounts

* Clear opportunities for career progression and development