Head of Residential Conveyancing - Birmingham

Head of Conveyancing - Birmingham

Location: Birmingham Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE + excellent benefits Type: Full-time, Permanent

We're delighted to be partnering with a progressive and well-established law firm that's entering a major phase of growth, supported by significant new investment. As part of their expansion, they're now seeking a Head of Conveyancing to lead their Birmingham-based team and play a key role in shaping the firm's future.

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced conveyancing professional to step into a hands-on leadership role, managing a talented team of six while working closely with the firm's senior leadership to deliver on ambitious growth plans.

As Head of Conveyancing, you'll oversee all aspects of the department's operations, from workflow management and quality assurance to client service and strategic development. You'll lead, mentor, and develop your team, ensuring high performance, collaboration, and compliance across the board.

You'll also work directly with the firm's senior management to support new initiatives, optimise processes, and help position the conveyancing function for long-term success.

Key responsibilities include

• Leading and managing a team of six conveyancers, ensuring quality and efficiency across all caseloads.

• Overseeing the full conveyancing process, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Driving continuous improvement and operational excellence within the department.

• Working closely with senior leadership to align departmental goals with firm-wide strategy.

• Acting as a key point of contact for complex or escalated matters, providing expert technical guidance.

You'll be an experienced conveyancing professional with proven leadership ability, confident, organised, and commercially astute. You'll bring a client-first mindset, the ability to motivate a team, and a genuine enthusiasm for shaping and growing a successful department.

Experience managing or supervising a conveyancing team is essential, alongside strong technical knowledge and a proactive approach.

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE

• Excellent benefits and a supportive working environment

• The opportunity to lead and grow your own department

• Clear progression prospects within a growing, well-invested firm

• A collaborative culture that values innovation, autonomy, and professional development

If you're a motivated conveyancing leader ready to take the next step in your career, with the backing of a firm that's investing in people, technology, and growth, we'd love to hear from you.

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