Head of Property

Austen Lloyd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Property Solicitor to take on the role of Head of Property. This position involves managing the property department and handling residential and commercial matters. The firm offers hybrid working, excellent progression opportunities, and a competitive salary. The ideal candidate is an ambitious-qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in property law and leadership skills.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Clear progression pathway

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in residential and/or commercial property.
• Proven leadership or team management experience.
• Ambitious and proactive in developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the firm’s property department.
• Handle a mixed caseload of residential and commercial property matters.
• Provide leadership and supervision to junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship skills

Technical knowledge in property law

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Head of Property (CW 61110) Bristol, England

Salary: GBP90000 - GBP120000 per annum

Head of Property Solicitor – Bristol

A respected and forward-thinking law firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Property Solicitor to take on the role of Head of Property. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a successful team and oversee a broad range of property work within a well-established and growing firm. The position offers hybrid working, excellent progression prospects, and a highly competitive salary.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing and developing the firm’s property department, handling a mixed caseload of residential and commercial property matters. This will include sales, purchases, leases, landlord and tenant matters, and development work. You will provide leadership and supervision to junior team members, ensure a high standard of client service, and play a key role in driving departmental growth and strategic initiatives.

What’s on Offer

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Leadership role with real influence and responsibility
• Clear progression pathway, including potential partnership prospects
• Supportive, collaborative working environment with strong administrative and marketing support

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with significant experience in residential and/or commercial property
• Proven leadership or team management experience
• Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and client relationship skills
• Ambitious, proactive, and committed to developing both the team and the wider business

Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating nationally. Please Note: our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. The role; Ref CW 61110 Head of Property Solicitor – Bristol

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