Head of Conveyancing

Head of Conveyancing
Full-time Office based in Romford

Owen Reed is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Conveyancing to lead a residential and commercial conveyancing department for a top law firm in Romford. 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Management:
• 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.
• Residential & Commercial Conveyancing:
• 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.
• Technology & Innovation:
• 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.
• Business Development:
• Pre-existing relationships and/or following is preferred
• 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.
• Strategic Contribution:
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape the strategic direction of the firm.
• Provide regular reports on departmental performance and KPIs.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer, or Legal Executive with 7+ years PQE.
• 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.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and client relationship skills.

What We Offer:

• A leadership role within a growing, modern firm.
• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for continued professional development.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking working environment.
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Pension Scheme