Senior Residential Property Solicitor | Future Head of Department | SE London | Hybrid | £75,00[...]

Senior Residential Property Solicitor | Future Head of Department | SE London | Hybrid | £75,000–£85,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

A well-established Legal 500 and Chambers‑ranked firm is seeking a Senior Residential Property Solicitor to join its growing team in a role designed with succession in mind. Working closely with the current Head of Department, the successful candidate will step into a leadership pathway with a clear route to becoming Head of Department within the next 2–3 years.

The firm is recognised for high‑quality work, strong referral relationships, and a professional yet supportive culture. Hybrid working, modern systems, and structured bonus schemes are all in place, and the property department remains a core part of the firm’s continued growth.

The Role

You will manage a full residential conveyancing caseload while also supporting the Head of Department in supervising and developing the team and contributing to the continued growth of the department.

Work includes:

• Sale and purchase of Leasehold and Freehold Properties
• Mortgages and remortgages
• Transfer of equity
• New build transactions
• Right to buy
• Shared ownership
• Pre‑auction advice
• Additional residential property related matters

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a full caseload with autonomy and accountability.
• Supporting supervision and mentoring of junior lawyers and support staff.
• Working closely with the Head of Department on workflow, standards and team development.
• Providing clear, proactive communication and excellent client care.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and estate agents.
• Contributing to business development and the continued growth of the department.
• Meeting and exceeding billing targets.

About You

• Minimum 7 years’ PQE as a Residential Property Solicitor.
• Previous supervisory or mentoring experience. Strong experience managing a residential conveyancing caseload independently.
• Commercially minded with a consistent billing record.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Interested in progressing into a Head of Department role in the medium term.
• Experience using case management systems.
• This role would suit a senior residential property lawyer who is looking for the next step in their career, wants to take on greater responsibility, and is motivated by the opportunity to shape and lead a team/practice in the coming years.

Please contact me as follows

Jo Cokayne

(office hours)

(out of office hours)

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