Job Description
Head of Conveyancing
Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today.
Join BBH (Legal Services) Limited, a distinguished legal practice situated on the historic Mersey docks in Birkenhead, Wirral, with captivating views of the Liverpool skyline. As a subsidiary of Thompsons Solicitors LLP we are in the fortunate position of having clients from both Trade Union and private backgrounds, giving our staff a diverse range of matters. We take pride in our commitment to delivering exceptional legal services across England and Wales.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Department for our Conveyancing division. In this pivotal role, you will provide technical expertise, legal training, oversee complex matters, and lead our outstanding, well-established team. The ideal candidate must be either a licensed conveyancer or qualified solicitor.
Your responsibilities will encompass:
- Providing supervision, advice and guidance on technical and professional matters.
- Championing best practices and case management standards, ensuring adherence to Lexcel and CQS criteria through regular file reviews and effective supervision.
- Cultivating and nurturing relationships to support strategic growth objectives.
- Collaborating with senior management to devise and execute business strategies aimed at expanding our Conveyancing department and revenue streams.
- Meeting individual and collective billing targets while upholding key performance indicators.
- Generating and presenting insightful reports on case holdings, turnover, billing, and client satisfaction.
- Delivering legal and best practice training to team members and maintaining a repository of template documents.
- Contributing to the firm's Lexcel and CQS accreditation through diligent adherence to quality standards.
- Conducting departmental reviews, performance appraisals, and identifying training needs for continuous improvement.
- Managing a small case holding.
You will supervise your team in line with our established quality and risk management systems, ensuring regular communication and support from the leadership team. Proactivity, collaboration, and effective communication are paramount traits for success in this role.
We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Company pension scheme
- Free parking
- Access to Perkbox employee benefits program
- Flexible working hours within contracted hours
- Hybrid working model with a 50/50 split between office and remote work
Take the next step in your legal career with BBH (Legal Services) Limited. Apply now and become an integral part of our success story! To apply or for more information please email recruitment@bbhlegal.co.uk.