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Director and Head of Residential Property

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  • Location:

    Aberdare

  • Sector:

    Legal

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £80000.00 - £90000.00 per annum

  • Contact:

    Nicole Smith

  • Email:

    Nicole.Smith@yolkrecruitment.com

  • Job ref:

    BBBH41073

  • Published:

    about 8 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    18 August 2026

Head of Residential Property

Aberdare
Full-Time | Hybrid Flexibility
High Base salary + Transparent % of Billings (Real Earning Potential Above Market)

A rare opportunity to join a brand-new, fast-growing, female-led law firm at a pivotal stage of its journey.

We are seeking an exceptional Residential Property leader to take full responsibility for building and leading the department, with a clear pathway to Director level.

This is not a maintenance role. This is a build-and-lead opportunity. There is strong existing workflow, no client following required.

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Lead and manage the Residential Property department
  • Oversee quality, compliance and service standards
  • Make key operational and strategic decisions
  • Supervise and develop conveyancers and paralegals
  • Shape culture, structure and performance standards
  • Work closely with the founders on growth plans

This hire is about leadership, professionalism and long-term vision.

What We're Looking For:

  • Senior Residential Property Solicitor / Legal Executive / Licensed Conveyancer
  • Proven leadership and decision-making experience
  • Strong compliance and risk awareness
  • Professional, polished and commercially astute
  • Comfortable building structure in a growing environment
  • Cultural fit is critical- collaborative, transparent and accountable

Why Join?

  • Brand-new firm with strong early momentum
  • Female-led, forward-thinking leadership
  • Admin team for post completions and file opening + 2 assistants
  • Genuine pathway to Director level
  • High flexibility once established
  • Family-friendly culture
  • Free parking
  • 25 days holiday + birthday leave
  • Pension scheme
  • Competitive salary structure (flexible for the right person)
  • Opportunity to build your own team

This is a career-defining role for someone who wants influence, autonomy and future equity-level potential, without needing to bring a following.

Ready to Apply?
Contact Nicole Smith to find out more.

Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.
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