Head of Conveyancing - Reading

Head of Conveyancing - Reading

Location: Reading (Hybrid working considered)
Full-Time | Senior Position | Competitive Salary DOE
Departmental Leadership | Legal Strategy | Operational Excellence

At LJ Recruitment, we're proud to partner with a progressive and highly respected law firm - part of a national legal group - to find a dynamic and experienced Head of Conveyancing to lead their residential property department.

If you're a seasoned conveyancing professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, this is your chance to join a firm that truly values its people, embraces innovation, and provides outstanding opportunities for progression.

About the Firm

Our client, a long-established law firm based in Reading, is part of a national network of legal experts delivering services across Wills & Probate, Litigation, Family Law, and Conveyancing. They blend 30+ years of legal excellence with a forward-thinking, tech-driven approach to client service.

This is a workplace where collaboration, diversity, and professional development are genuinely championed. As Head of Conveyancing, you'll play a vital role in shaping both operational success and future growth.

As Head of Conveyancing, you'll lead the entire conveyancing department - managing performance, compliance, team development, and strategic goals. You'll also handle your own caseload, with assistant support, ensuring that service delivery remains personal and efficient.

This role offers the perfect mix of senior leadership and hands-on legal practice.

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee the operational, financial, and strategic performance of the conveyancing department.
• Directly manage the conveyancing and support teams, nurturing a high-performing culture.
• Run your own caseload of residential property matters, with assistant support.
• Set departmental KPIs and targets, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives.
• Implement continuous improvements to systems, processes, and client service.
• Maintain full compliance with CQS, SRA, and all regulatory obligations.
• Lead recruitment, training, and onboarding within the team.
• Act as the key contact for referrers and contribute to developing new business opportunities.
• Produce regular MI and performance reports for senior leadership.
• Foster collaboration with other departments across the PM Law Group.

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in residential conveyancing across a wide range of transactions.
• Proven leadership or management experience within a legal team.
• Exceptional knowledge of CQS/SRA compliance and regulatory standards.
• Commercial mindset with strong experience in managing KPIs and financial targets.
• Organised, proactive and able to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels.
• A team player with the ability to motivate and develop others.

Why Apply Through LJ Recruitment?

At LJ Recruitment, we're specialists in placing top legal talent into roles that offer more than just a job. We partner with forward-thinking law firms that prioritise people, culture, and growth. When you apply with us, you get more than a vacancy - you get dedicated support, interview prep, and insight from recruiters who know the legal sector inside out.

Ready to take the lead? Apply today or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment for a confidential chat about your next move.