The Council for Licensed Conveyancers (the CLC) was established under the Administration of Justice Act 1985 with a remit to focus on consumer protection and the public interest in the regulation of conveyancing and probate practices and specialist lawyers.  It is bound by statutory regulatory objectives under the Legal Services Act 2007. Our history makes us fundamentally different from other legal services regulators – we were established as a pure regulator, without representative functions and without close ties to a representative body, reinforcing our independence.

We have a forward-looking approach to the regulation of innovative, client-led provision of legal services. For example, we are proud to be participating in the AI Growth Lab, an initiative established by the Government to streamline and improve the home-buying and selling process and to provide consumers with greater choice.

The CLC has also taken a lead role working with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and contributors from across the conveyancing sector, including surveyors, estate agents and financial services organisations to effect fundamental change in the home-buying and selling process. We are collaborating with STEP and central government on various matters relating to probate services.

These important collaborations with key stakeholders in the legal sector and beyond help to shape and influence government policy and the sector to deliver meaningful change and positive outcome for consumers.

Our core regulatory activities include:

Setting educational and training standards for entry to the profession

Issuing licences to practise to those qualified to provide conveyancing and probate services and to Alternative Business Structures

Maintaining a register of all licensed conveyancers and regulated bodies

Setting standards to regulate the professional practice, conduct and discipline of licensed conveyancers and regulated bodies

Setting standards to maintain adequate professional indemnity insurance and a compensation fund to protect consumers

Monitoring the work and conduct of regulated bodies

Providing guidance and advice to regulated bodies to maintain compliance with our regulatory requirements

Investigating allegations of misconduct and where appropriate taking disciplinary action 

The CLC has a strong track record in regulation; we are committed to promoting high standards in legal services, through a proportionate, risk-based and outcomes-focused approach to regulation.

The Roles

Streamlining of the home-buying and selling process is recognised as an important contributor towards economic growth.  As well as the standard non-executive responsibilities, we are looking for Lay Members who will bring their expertise to bear in change projects, including:

Championing regulation in the interest of consumers

Digital business practices

Media, business-to-business relations and communications

Probate services.

Key information

The appointment is for up to 4 years initially, renewable for one further term of up to 4 years.

The likely time requirement is approximately 15 - 18 days per annum.

These positions are remunerated at £15,800 per annum, plus approved expenses where applicable. Remuneration is inclusive of all entitlements and is paid via PAYE.

Committee Chair roles carry a supplement of £2,668.

We embrace flexible and remote working where feasible. Committee meetings and CLC events may take place either in person or virtually. In-person participation is expected for strategic discussions and workshops, meetings for which take place in London.

Closing date for applications and covering statements is 26 October 2026.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held in person, in London, on 3 December 2026.

The term of office of successful candidates will commence no later than 1 May 2027 but we may wish to invite successful candidates to the Council earlier. 

The CLC is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

How to apply

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the Council for Licensed Conveyancers on this appointment.

Candidates should apply for this role through our website at roles.saxbam.com using code QCBEB.

Click on the ‘apply’ button and follow the instructions to upload a CV and cover letter and complete the online equal opportunities monitoring* form. The covering letter should not exceed two A4 pages setting out your interest and fit for the roles. 

The closing date for applications is noon on Monday 26 October.

* The equal opportunities monitoring online form will not be shared with anyone involved in assessing your application. Please complete as part of the application process.

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