Head of Residential Property / Partner – Leading Modern Firm
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Head of Residential Property / Partner – Leading Modern Firm
Join a respected, forward-thinking firm with an excellent reputation in residential property. Based in Altrincham, the firm has grown steadily and now boasts a talented team of over 60 professionals. This is a standout opportunity for a senior Residential Property Solicitor to take on a key leadership role, overseeing both the Panel Team and the Plot Sales Team. You will manage a team of around 10 conveyancing professionals, oversee workflow, compliance, and risk management, and contribute to departmental strategy and business development. The role offers a competitive Partner-level salary package and autonomy to shape two important teams.
The Role
- You will oversee and manage the firm’s Panel Team and Plot Sales Team, ensuring good client care from all fee earners, alongside ensuring efficiency.
- Potential to take on leadership at the Partner Level – take full operational and strategic responsibility for two core teams within the department.
- Work in a quality-focused Environment – lower volume, high service standards, and the freedom to organise the department however you want.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, managing, and developing a team of around 10 conveyancing professionals
- Overseeing workflow, performance, compliance, and risk management across both teams
- Acting as the senior technical lead for all residential property and plot sales matters
- Contributing to departmental strategy, growth plans, and business development initiatives
About You
- A highly experienced Residential Property Solicitor (ideally at Partner level or ready to step up)
- Strong background in general conveyancing and plot sales
- Proven leadership or team management experience
- Excellent technical knowledge and the ability to handle complex, high-level matters
- Commercially minded with a commitment to maintaining service excellence
What’s on Offer
- Competitive Partner-level salary package
- A key leadership position within a growing, modern firm
- Autonomy to shape two important teams
- High-quality caseload and excellent working conditions
Contact
If you’re an experienced residential property specialist ready to take on a high-impact leadership role within a modern, supportive firm, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] on [contact hidden] or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] for a confidential discussion.