Head of Conveyancing
Regional Recruitment Services
Wallasey · posted 1 August 2026
Location
Wallasey, England
Head of Conveyancing
Birkenhead
We are looking for an experienced
Head of Conveyancing
to lead an established residential property team based in
Birkenhead . This is a senior opportunity for an experienced conveyancing professional who can combine strong technical expertise with effective leadership and operational management. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the performance and development of the conveyancing function, while continuing to provide a high standard of service to clients and supporting the wider team. The Role
As Head of Conveyancing, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the department and provide leadership to fee earners, conveyancers and support staff. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and managing the conveyancing department
Overseeing a varied residential conveyancing caseload
Supporting fee earners with complex or high-value matters where required
Monitoring departmental performance, productivity and completion levels
Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently from instruction through to completion
Providing technical guidance and support to members of the team
Reviewing processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency
Managing workloads and allocating files appropriately
Supporting recruitment, training, development and performance management
Maintaining high standards of client care and service delivery
Monitoring compliance, risk and regulatory requirements
Handling escalated client or transaction issues
Working with senior management on departmental strategy and objectives
Reviewing KPIs and producing relevant management information
Encouraging a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture
Liaising with other departments and external stakeholders as required
About You
We're looking for a senior conveyancing professional with substantial experience and proven leadership capability. You should have: Significant experience within residential conveyancing
Previous management or departmental leadership experience
Strong technical knowledge of the conveyancing process
Experience overseeing a team of fee earners and support staff
Proven ability to manage performance, workloads and deadlines
Excellent understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities
Strong organisational and operational skills
A commercial and client-focused approach
The ability to lead by example while supporting and developing others
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced conveyancing leader who understands both the
technical and commercial sides of running a successful property department . You'll be confident making decisions, supporting your team and implementing processes that improve efficiency and client service. You'll also be comfortable stepping into complex matters and providing technical guidance when required. This role would suit an experienced
Head of Conveyancing, Conveyancing Manager, Department Head or senior fee earner
ready to take the next step into departmental leadership. If you're an experienced conveyancing professional looking for a senior leadership opportunity in
Birkenhead , we'd be interested in hearing from you.
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Birkenhead
We are looking for an experienced
Head of Conveyancing
to lead an established residential property team based in
Birkenhead . This is a senior opportunity for an experienced conveyancing professional who can combine strong technical expertise with effective leadership and operational management. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the performance and development of the conveyancing function, while continuing to provide a high standard of service to clients and supporting the wider team. The Role
As Head of Conveyancing, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the department and provide leadership to fee earners, conveyancers and support staff. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and managing the conveyancing department
Overseeing a varied residential conveyancing caseload
Supporting fee earners with complex or high-value matters where required
Monitoring departmental performance, productivity and completion levels
Ensuring matters are progressed efficiently from instruction through to completion
Providing technical guidance and support to members of the team
Reviewing processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency
Managing workloads and allocating files appropriately
Supporting recruitment, training, development and performance management
Maintaining high standards of client care and service delivery
Monitoring compliance, risk and regulatory requirements
Handling escalated client or transaction issues
Working with senior management on departmental strategy and objectives
Reviewing KPIs and producing relevant management information
Encouraging a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture
Liaising with other departments and external stakeholders as required
About You
We're looking for a senior conveyancing professional with substantial experience and proven leadership capability. You should have: Significant experience within residential conveyancing
Previous management or departmental leadership experience
Strong technical knowledge of the conveyancing process
Experience overseeing a team of fee earners and support staff
Proven ability to manage performance, workloads and deadlines
Excellent understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities
Strong organisational and operational skills
A commercial and client-focused approach
The ability to lead by example while supporting and developing others
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced conveyancing leader who understands both the
technical and commercial sides of running a successful property department . You'll be confident making decisions, supporting your team and implementing processes that improve efficiency and client service. You'll also be comfortable stepping into complex matters and providing technical guidance when required. This role would suit an experienced
Head of Conveyancing, Conveyancing Manager, Department Head or senior fee earner
ready to take the next step into departmental leadership. If you're an experienced conveyancing professional looking for a senior leadership opportunity in
Birkenhead , we'd be interested in hearing from you.
TPBN1_UKTJ