Probate Property Team Leader
Hybrid · Bristol, England, United Kingdom or Stratford-upon-Avon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Probate Property Team Leader at Co-op Legal Services, based in Bristol or Stratford-upon-Avon with a hybrid working pattern (3 days in office, 2 days at home). Lead and develop the Probate Operations property team to deliver high-quality property work, strong case progression, and excellent client service. Responsibilities include line management, coaching, auditing and quality assurance across property matters, driving continuous improvement, and supporting colleagues. Requires solid knowledge of Land Law, Land Registration, Conveyancing, and related areas (trusts/equitable interests, registrations, and dispositions). Demonstrated capability to title check freehold/leasehold/unregistered properties, handle registrations, and manage issues such as Assents and adverse possession claims. Strong leadership, mentoring, and MI-driven decision-making skills are essential, along with effective time management to balance caseloads with managerial duties.
Required Qualifications
- Working knowledge of Land Law, Land Registration and the Conveyancing process
- Knowledge of Trusts and Equity and the Land Registration rules relating to equitable interests for both registered and unregistered property
- Technical ability to title check freehold, leasehold, registered and unregistered properties, and arrange registration of various dispositions and first registrations
- Understanding of legal issues related to property including Assents and adverse possession claims
- Ability to mentor and develop colleagues to improve performance
- Strong analytical skills with ability to use management information (MI) effectively
- Excellent time management and ability to manage a caseload alongside managerial responsibilities
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