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Head of Residential Conveyancing - Legal 500 FirmLocation: South ManchesterWorking Pattern: Full-time, Office-basedPosition: Department Head / Senior LeadershipSector: Residential Property / ConveyancingThe OpportunityA highly regarded Legal 500 firm in South Manchester is seeking a seasoned Residential Conveyancing solicitor to lead and manage its established and high-performing conveyancing department. This is a rare leadership-level opportunity offering genuine strategic input, team oversight, and the chance to shape the future direction of a thriving practice area.The firm is known for its strong local reputation, long-standing client relationships, and high standards of service. With a solid flow of quality instructions, a loyal team, and supportive senior leadership, this is an ideal opportunity for an experienced conveyancing lawyer ready to step into a Head of Department role - or someone already operating at that level looking for a fresh challenge in a more agile and progressive setting.Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day management of the Residential Conveyancing department, ensuring high service levels and compliance across all files.Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of conveyancers, assistants, and support staff.Manage a personal caseload of residential property matters, including freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, transfers of equity, remortgages, new builds, and unregistered titles.Contribute to operational strategy, including process improvement, team structure, and business planning.Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, referrers, agents, and mortgage brokers.Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards (e.g. CQS, SRA).Report to the firm's senior manag