Senior Residential Conveyancer / Head of Department (Designate)
Location: Winchester, Hampshire
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000+, depending on experience

A well-established and busy law firm serving Winchester and the surrounding areas is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Residential Conveyancer to join and ultimately lead its Property Team. This is a senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to take on a key position in the firm, with a clear pathway to head up the department following a successful probation period.

About the Role
The successful candidate will manage a varied residential conveyancing caseload while also preparing to assume overall responsibility for the Property Department. Responsibilities include:

• Handling freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, transfers of equity, re-mortgages, and shared ownership transactions
• Providing a smooth and supportive experience for clients throughout their property journey
• Contributing to the management and mentoring of colleagues within the department
• Taking on a leadership role to enable the current Head of Department to transition into a new role within the firm
• Supporting the firm's growth strategy and maintaining its strong reputation in the local property market

About the Firm
This Winchester-based firm is known for its approachable and client-focused culture. It offers a friendly, professional working environment where staff are supported to shape their own careers. With no rigid billing targets and a genuine commitment to work/life balance, the firm values team success over individual competition.

Team members are encouraged to grow within their roles and are given real opportunities to take ownership of their development and leadership potential.

Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will bring:

• 6-8 years' PQE in residential property law
• Strong technical knowledge of all aspects of conveyancing
• Leadership ability, or proven experience in a senior or supervisory role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to high standards of client care
• A collaborative team-oriented mindset
• A local professional network would be an advantage, though not essential

This role is primarily office-based due to its leadership focus, although some flexibility for home working is available when appropriate.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary starting from £50,000+, dependent on experience
• Leadership progression within a respected and growing firm
• A welcoming and supportive team culture
• Opportunities to influence the growth and direction of the department
• No individual billing targets - shared team goals and recognition
• Flexibility to shape your career in a way that works for you

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor ready to step into a leadership position and shape the future of a highly regarded property practice in Winchester.

Applications are invited from individuals seeking a full-time, permanent position with a long-term growth trajectory.