Head of Legal (Property & Estates)

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established telecommunications company in Berkshire is searching for a Head of Legal specializing in Property and Estates. The ideal candidate will possess 10–15 years of post-qualification experience and expertise in commercial property law, with a proven record of leading legal functions and strategic initiatives in dynamic environments. This leadership role offers a strategic position overseeing legal operations within the context of the company's growth and property management.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years PQE - UK experience in property law.
• Experience in managing legal functions.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a complex legal function for property and estates.
• Drive strategic initiatives and manage teams.
• Establish legal strategy for property management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Commercial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

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Head of Legal (Property & Estates), Reading

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Reading, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

• Head of Legal (Property & Estates)
• England and Wales Qualified
• 10-15 Years PQE - UK Experience
• Perm
• Theale Reading | Hybrid
• You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship

A well-established telecommunications company based in Berkshire is seeking a Head of Legal – Property and Estates. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor in England and Wales, with 10–15 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) and a strong background in commercial property law, gained through private practice and/or in-house roles.

We are looking for an experienced legal professional with a proven track record of managing legal functions within fast-paced, technology-driven environments. The successful candidate will have experience handling high-volume transactional matters and leading teams of lawyers.

This is a senior leadership role, requiring someone who can oversee a complex legal function, drive strategic initiatives, and lead through change with confidence and clarity.

The role will be responsible for establishing a strong property legal function, developing and defining the legal strategy for the property legal area, and developing the estates and acquisition strategy for the business from a legal perspective to ensure the estate is managed and controlled to support the company's strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Departmental Direction and Objectives
• Governance
• Stakeholder Management and Delivery
• People Management
• External Law Firm Management
• Extended Leadership Team, Communication & Collaboration
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Professional qualification to practice English law (e.g., solicitor/Barrister)
• 10-15 years of PQE – UK Experience
• Experience handling Commercial Property with high volume / transactional deals
• Experience leading a complex legal function and managing change effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and excellent judgment and analytical skills
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to develop innovative strategic solutions
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and Boards

If you are interested, please click on Apply or email me directly.