

Head of Residential Property – Essex
Head of Residential Property in Essex. Salary on offer: From £60,000. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.
The Role
Lead, support, and develop the conveyancing team.
Oversee residential sales and purchases, including freehold and leasehold matters.
Manage workloads, workflow, and departmental performance.
Provide technical guidance on complex transactions.
Maintain high standards of client care and compliance.
Develop relationships with local estate agents, brokers, and introducers.
Identify opportunities to grow the department.
Contribute to the firm's management and future direction.
About You
Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE.
Strong experience in residential conveyancing.
Good technical knowledge of conveyancing compliance.
Experience in supervising or mentoring colleagues is advantageous.
Commercially aware and organized.
Ambitious and ready for senior leadership.
What's on Offer
£60,000 salary.
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
Additional leave over Christmas closure.
Pension scheme.
Supportive working environment.
Opportunity to shape an established department.
Why This Role
This role offers a chance to step into leadership, moving beyond fee-earning to influence the department's strategic direction.
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Market Spotlight — Essex
The current legal recruitment landscape is highly active. Firms are prioritizing strategic hires and offering robust packages to secure top-tier talent in specialized fields.
Demand
High for experienced specialists
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Why Austen Lloyd?
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- Direct relationships with firm partners
- Specialist legal expertise since 2009
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