In House Conveyancing Manager
Your new company
This leading UK housebuilder with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments is looking for a Conveyancing Manager to join their in-house team in Wolverhampton. This organisation is committed to building not only exceptional homes but also rewarding careers. With a collaborative, forward-thinking culture and a clear focus on professional development, you will be empowered to shape your career while contributing to the delivery of thriving communities. The business fosters an inclusive, supportive environment where innovation is encouraged, achievements are recognised, and employees are given the tools and autonomy to succeed. Office attendance will be required due to the leadership element of this role therefore you will live within commutable distance of Wolverhampton; post-probation you will be able to enjoy working in a hybrid manner. Free car parking is available on site.
Your new role
As a Divisional Legal Manager, you will take ownership of a high-performing in-house conveyancing function, overseeing the legal processes supporting the sale of residential plots across multiple regional business units. You will lead and inspire a team of conveyancers and support staff, ensuring the efficient delivery of a high-volume, service-driven conveyancing operation handling circa 10,000+ plot transactions annually, including part-exchange and resale activity. This is a strategic leadership role combining technical conveyancing expertise with people management and operational oversight in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and developing a team of conveyancers to deliver a high-quality, efficient plot conveyancing service
- Advising on and managing infrastructure agreements (including S278, S38, S104, S185, and S111 agreements)
- Handling land transfers, easements, surplus land sales, and freehold reversions
- Supporting management companies with agreements and land transfers
- Managing lease extensions, deeds of covenant, rectification, and historic legal matters
- Providing commercially focused, proactive legal advice to internal stakeholders
- Attending development meetings and contributing to sales and build forecast planning
- Driving performance, service improvements, and compliance with internal policies and legal standards
To be successful in this Conveyancer / Divisional Legal Manager role, you will bring:
- Extensive experience in residential conveyancing and property law, ideally within a housebuilder or developer environment. Our client is keen to hear from candidates who are qualified as a Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer however they are also keen to hear from unqualified candidates provided that you have significant conveyancing experience and people management experience
- Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing legal or conveyancing teams
- Strong understanding of new build property transactions and associated legal frameworks
- Experience handling infrastructure agreements and complex land-related transactions
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
- A proactive, commercially minded approach with strong organisational and leadership capability
In return, you will receive a highly competitive package and the opportunity to work within a progressive, people-focused organisation that invests in its employees. Benefits include:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including car allowance
- Private healthcare and life assurance
- Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
- Flexible benefits, including options to purchase additional leave
- Discounted house purchase schemes and share plans
- Clear career progression and ongoing professional development
- A supportive, inclusive culture focused on employee wellbeing and growth
If you are an experienced Licensed Conveyancer, Senior Conveyancer, or Property Solicitor looking to step into a leadership role within a dynamic and growing organisation, we want to hear from you. Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on this role. Apply today to take the next step in your conveyancing career and be part of a team delivering exceptional residential developments across the UK.
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