Residential Property Team Leader – East Midlands

Residential Property Team Leader – East Midlands A highly regarded, Legal 500 recognised and award-winning law firm, with offices across the East Midlands, is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Conveyancer to join as a Team Leader, managing and developing their expanding Residential Conveyancing team in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior conveyancer who enjoys leadership responsibilities alongside fee earning and wants to play a key role in shaping and growing a successful department. What you’ll be doing: * Managing a varied residential conveyancing caseload, including: - Sales and purchases (including leasehold and new-build) - Re-mortgages - Equity release - Transfers of equity In your Team Leader capacity, you will also: * Lead, manage, and develop the Residential Conveyancing team * Act as a point of escalation and support for junior fee earners * Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referrers * Drive business development and contribute to departmental growth * Ensure high standards of compliance, organisation, and file management * Work confidently with minimal supervision * Use case management systems effectively and promote best practice across the team About You: * Proven experience within a busy residential conveyancing team * Confident managing a full conveyancing caseload independently * Previous experience in a Team Leader / supervisory / management role (essential) * Strong business development skills * Excellent organisational and compliance skills * IT literate, with prior experience using case management systems * Formal qualifications are welcomed but not essential — the firm is happy to invest in your development, including CLC or SQE routes, if applicable What’s in it for you: * A Team Leader role within a Legal 500 recognised, award-winning firm * The opportunity to shape and grow a successful conveyancing team * Genuine investment in your career development and professional qualifications * A supportive and collaborative working environment * A competitive salary in line with experience, plus a generous benefits package including flexible working arrangements * Long-term progression within a respected regional firm If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Karen at Harkaye Core Talent for a confidential discussion