Residential Conveyancing Partner - G2 Legal Limited : Job Details

Position: Interim Head of Residential Conveyancing/Partner

Location: Central Lancashire

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role: 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Property/Conveyancing Solicitor to join a Residential Conveyancing Team as the Interim Head of Department. This role offers the chance to lead and develop the team on an interim basis, with a permanent opportunity available within the team. You will be passionate about property law, a team player, and eager to develop your skills and knowledge in a leading role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice and representation on complex, high-value, and sensitive residential sales/purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, lease creation and voluntary first registration work
• Oversee large cases or projects, ensuring efficient completion within deadlines and to the highest professional standards
• Guide strategic decision-making on case management, legal risks and outcomes
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, acting as a trusted legal advisor
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the client base, develop new service offerings and expand into emerging legal markets
• Promote cross-selling, referrals and introduction opportunities
• Represent the firm at networking events, industry conferences and client presentations
• Lead pitch processes and tenders for new business
• Manage a team of associates, senior associates and support staff, providing oversight and feedback
• Coach and mentor the team, fostering professional growth and development
• Conduct performance reviews, set performance goals and assist with career progression planning
• Contribute to strategic decisions, firm policies and operational efficiencies
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to profitability, billable hours and client satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory obligations
• Mitigate risks by implementing best practices in client care, file management and due diligence
• Maintain high standards of ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct
• Recruit, develop and manage a high-performing team

Skills and Experience Required:

• Qualified Solicitor (or CILEX equivalent)
• Extensive experience and expert knowledge of the Real Estate/Property sector
• Previous experience supervising other advisors, from Solicitors to Paralegals
• Experience advising on complex and high net worth Residential Property matters
• Proven experience handling large projects and business development activities.
• Strong presentation and client handling skills
• Good knowledge of IT systems, including Word, Outlook and case management systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards
• Ability to supervise, manage, motivate and inspire others
• Collaborative and supportive team player
• Excellent attention to detail

Benefits:

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Celebration leave
• Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
• Company pension and profit share scheme
• Long service awards
• Subsidised tuck shops
• Health care benefits, including Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services
• BUPA for Solicitor positions
• Retailer and gym membership discounts
• Recruitment and legal department referrals
• Annual events and social committee activities

How to Apply?

If you are a dedicated Residential Property Solicitor looking to advance your career in a leadership role, we encourage you to apply. For more information, please contact Amelia Greenough at G2 Legal.

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