Head of London - Property Litigation

J B Leitch Ltd; Greater London; Vor Ort; GBP 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

J B Leitch Ltd is seeking a Head of London Office to lead and grow our property litigation presence in London. This role provides a unique opportunity for a senior lawyer to influence the firm’s strategy, oversee office operations, and drive business development.

Ideal candidates will have 10–12+ years' PQE in property litigation and a proven track record in managing senior legal teams and client relationships. We offer a collaborative culture with significant influence and growth potential.

Qualifikationen

• Senior property litigation specialist with 10–12+ years' PQE.
• Experienced in landlord and tenant disputes, service charge litigation, and complex property disputes.
• Proven client development and relationship management skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead and develop the London office, including future team growth.
• Drive business development and client relationships across London and the South.
• Act as the senior point of contact for complex or high-value matters.
• Establish JB Leitch’s brand in the London property market.

Kenntnisse

Commercially driven

Client development

Senior legal team management

Strategic thinking

Experience in complex property disputes

Ausbildung

10–12+ years' PQE in property litigation

Jobbeschreibung

Head of London Office (Property Litigation)

JB Leitch is a specialist property litigation firm with a strong reputation across the North West and an ambitious strategy for national expansion. Having recently established our London base, we are now seeking a senior property litigation lawyer to lead and grow our presence in the capital. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of our firm’s development.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an accomplished and commercially minded property litigation specialist to join us as Head of London Office.

Working closely with our Legal Director and Executive Leadership Team, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing the London office, including future team growth
• Driving business development and client relationships across London and the South
• Acting as the senior point of contact for complex or high-value matters
• Establishing JB Leitch’s brand and presence within the London property market
• Providing strategic input at departmental level and supporting the wider firm strategy
• Overseeing quality, compliance, and operational efficiency within the London office

This is an ideal role for a senior practitioner ready for genuine leadership responsibility and the opportunity to build something with long-term impact.

About You

You will be:

• A senior property litigation specialist with 10–12+ years’ PQE
• Experienced in landlord and tenant disputes, service charge litigation, building safety matters, and complex property disputes
• Commercially driven, with a strong track record in client development and relationship management
• Confident managing senior legal teams and supervising high-quality work
• Enthusiastic about building and shaping a growing office environment
• A strategic thinker who can work collaboratively with senior leadership
• Experience in growing a team, developing new practice areas, or establishing a London presence will be highly advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• A leadership role with significant influence in our London growth strategy
• A chance to build and shape a developing office with strong existing support from our Liverpool headquarters
• Exposure to high-quality work with major landlord, managing agent, and property sector clients
• Supportive and collaborative culture, with opportunities for continued progression