Residential Property Solicitor - Head of Office

Wokingham Permanent View Job Description
A fantastic opportunity for a Residential Property Solicitor to lead a busy office in a well‑connected Berkshire location. You'll manage a strong residential caseload while shaping the growth and success of the local team. Ideal for someone seeking both fee‑earning and leadership responsibility.
  • Lead and grow a well‑established local office.
  • Excellent progression within a modern, expanding law firm.

About Our Client

This vacancy is with a growing, forward‑thinking UK law firm known for promoting collaboration, flexibility and professional development. Employees benefit from clear career pathways, ongoing training and a work environment that values autonomy, progression and positive team relationships.

Job Description

The Residential Property Solicitor will be:

  • Leading the local office as Head of Office, driving performance and community presence.
  • Managing a varied residential property caseload to a high standard.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with local referrers and estate agents.
  • Effectively managing workloads to meet financial and performance targets.
  • Ensuring full compliance with internal processes, policies and case management systems.



The Successful Applicant

The Residential Property Solicitor should be:

  • A Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Chartered Legal Executive with 4+ years' PQE in residential property.
  • Experienced in running and prioritising a busy residential caseload.
  • Skilled at developing local referrer networks (local experience beneficial).
  • Strong in client care, with a friendly and professional approach.
  • Confident using Microsoft Office and familiar with case management systems.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary.
  • Supportive, positive working environment.
  • Genuine career progression with ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Flexible, forward‑thinking culture that values collaboration and work‑life balance.
  • Convenient office location with free parking.
Contact
Catherine Le Court De Billot
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6966046
Phone number
+441189337041

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Property / Construction - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Location
Wokingham
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Catherine Le Court De Billot
Consultant phone
+441189337041
Job reference
JN-032026-6966046