Commercial Property Solicitor (Salaried Partner)

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Surrey is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor (Salaried Partner) to lead their department. This role offers a unique opportunity for experienced lawyers with over 10 years' PQE to make a significant impact on the firm's growth and client service. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in Real Estate law and demonstrated leadership skills, along with a commitment to professional integrity and client-focused service.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Progressive work culture

Clear path to partnership

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years PQE in commercial property law.
• Proven track record in departmental leadership.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Commercial Property department.
• Manage a busy caseload of commercial conveyancing.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Real Estate Law

Client Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication

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eNL Legal Recruitment

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surrey, United Kingdom

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Salaried Partner & Head of Commercial Property, Surrey (Hybrid Working). Excellent opportunity for those seeking to take the next step to Leadership in their career. For more information or to apply for this role contact Gemma on 020 7183 8586.

Job Title: Salaried Partner & Head of Department – Commercial Property

PQE: 10+

Location: Surrey

The Role:

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Commercial Property lawyer to step into a leadership role at a respected firm. Reporting to the Equity Partners, you will lead and grow the Commercial Property department, manage a busy caseload of commercial conveyancing (with occasional residential matters), and ensure high professional standards and client service.

Key responsibilities include leading, mentoring, and developing the department; ensuring compliance with firm policies and regulatory standards; contributing to financial performance and strategic planning; delivering exceptional client service while effectively managing risk; and driving business growth through proactive development and cross-referrals across the firm.

The Candidate:

The firm are accepting applications from candidates with a minimum of 10 years’ PQE and a proven track record in departmental leadership. You should have strong technical competency in Real Estate law, a strong and consistent billing history, and solid commercial awareness. Key attributes include excellent drafting, communication, and client management skills, a strategic and growth-oriented mindset, and a strong commitment to compliance, training, and risk management.

The Firm:

This well-established and respected law firm is recognised for its client-focused approach and professional integrity. With a diverse range of practice areas and a loyal client base, it offers a collaborative, progressive work environment, hybrid working arrangements, and a clear path to partnership for continued career advancement.

To Apply:

Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on 020 7183 8586 or email [emailprotected] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.