Head of Commercial Property

RBUK Legal; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Staffordshire seeks an experienced Head of Commercial Property to lead its team. This role involves managing commercial property cases, fostering client relationships, and developing team capabilities in a supportive environment. It's an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional looking to enhance their leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Hybrid working options

A range of additional benefits

Qualifications

• Approximately 7 years PQE in commercial property law.
• Experience in client management and business development.
• Ability to handle a varied caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial property cases.
• Develop and maintain a client base through business strategies.
• Lead and support the commercial property team.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Business development

Team leadership

Client-focused approach

Job description

A reputable law firm in Staffordshire is seeking an experienced Head of Commercial Property to lead their team. The firm is well-regarded for its client-focused approach and supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle a varied caseload of commercial property cases, including leasehold and freehold transactions.
• Grow and maintain a client base through effective business development strategies.
• Develop, maintain, and utilise your technical expertise and that of your team to address complex legal questions and issues.
• Assist the residential property team with complicated or unusual transactions as needed.
• Formulate and manage the department budget, monitor work in progress, and ensure adherence to credit control procedures.
• Supervise and support the commercial property team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Requirements:

• Strong experience in commercial property law with approximately 7 years PQE.
• Experience in supervision and business development is advantageous.
• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive and client-focused approach to work.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working options.
• A range of additional benefits.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned commercial property solicitor to step into a leadership position as the Head of commercial property within a dynamic and supportive law firm. If you have the required experience and are looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.