Head of Legal Practice Lead

4 weeks ago

Etwall, Derbyshire, United Kingdom The People Pod Full time
Job Title: Head of Legal Practice

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Head of Legal Practice to join our team at The People Pod. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the legal practice and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the firm's legal practice is compliant with all regulatory requirements, including those set out by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) and the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).
  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight to the legal team, ensuring the highest standards of client care and legal compliance.
  • Identify, assess, and manage potential risks to the firm, implementing effective measures to mitigate risks associated with legal practice and conveyancing transactions.
  • Maintain high levels of client care, handling complex or high-value cases and acting as an escalation point for client concerns.
  • Train, support, and update the wider business on all changes to compliance policies and communicate such procedures on a firm-wide basis.
  • Report directly to the firm's directors and Head of Conveyancing on matters of internal policy, compliance, risk management, and providing regular reports on the compliance plan and compliance arrangements.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or Licensed Conveyancer with a minimum of 5 years PQE.
  • Proven experience in a similar senior role, ideally as a Head of Legal Practice or Compliance Manager.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of conveyancing processes, property law, and associated regulations.
  • Strong understanding of CLC and/or SRA regulations and a commitment to ensuring compliance.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a legal team.
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strong focus on risk management and quality assurance.
  • Strong client care skills and a track record of delivering exceptional service.
  • A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and share options.
  • The opportunity to work for a growing and innovative company, backed by a high-growth tech business.
  • Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Pension scheme and other benefits.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to the success of The People Pod. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.

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