Conveyancing Team Leader

Our client, a well-regarded and CQS-accredited firm based in Middlesbrough, is seeking a highly skilled Conveyancing Team Leader to join their established property team. This is a full-time, senior-level opportunity for an experienced legal professional who wants to take ownership of a thriving department and help drive its future growth.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Excellent career progression opportunities with scope to grow and shape the team

• Supportive, professional working environment that values both high standards and personal development

• The chance to play a pivotal role in the department’s expansion and reputation across the region

The Role:

As Conveyancing Team Lead, you will oversee a busy caseload while managing and developing a small team. You’ll be responsible for around 100 new instructions per month, covering the full spectrum of residential conveyancing matters and some commercial property work. Alongside your legal expertise, you will play a key role in business development and maintaining the firm’s quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a varied caseload of residential property matters, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, Help to Buy, remortgages, new builds, lease extensions, and buy-to-let investments

• Supervising and supporting the conveyancing team to ensure efficient workflows and excellent client care

• Overseeing and contributing to approximately 100 monthly instructions from local clients

• Building strong relationships with agents, brokers, and referrers to generate new business

• Supporting the firm’s CQS accreditation standards and contributing to ongoing compliance

• (Desirable) Advising on commercial property matters

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with at least 5 years’ PQE in residential conveyancing

• Previous experience in leading or supervising a conveyancing team

• Strong track record in delivering client care to a high standard

• Confident in managing a diverse caseload and meeting deadlines

• Knowledge of CQS accreditation requirements

If you’d like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Helen Mauborgne on or email for a confidential discussion