Head of Property

Austen Lloyd Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Property Solicitor to become the Head of Property. This leadership role involves managing a diverse property caseload, ensuring excellent client service, and guiding junior team members. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a clear path for career progression with potential partnership opportunities.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Clear progression pathway

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in residential and/or commercial property.
• Proven leadership or team management experience.
• Strong technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the firm's property department.
• Handle residential and commercial property matters.
• Provide leadership and supervision to junior team members.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Mentoring skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Head of Property Solicitor - Bristol

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

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

For more information, send your CV or get in touch with Charlotte at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible.