Head of Property Lawyer

Orchard Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal practice in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Property Lawyer to lead its Property Department. The role involves managing a team to ensure operational efficiency and driving business development initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Manx Advocate or a UK Solicitor willing to qualify under Manx Law, with a strong background in property law and a passion for delivering outstanding legal services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property law.
• Strong knowledge of legal practices.
• Passion for delivering outstanding legal service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Property Department ensuring high standards.
• Oversee recruitment and training of conveyancers.
• Strategically allocate work to optimize performance.
• Drive business development initiatives.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Mentoring skills

Proactive business growth

Client engagement

Education

Qualified Manx Advocate or UK qualified Solicitor willing to qualify under Manx Law

Job description

Our Douglas-based client is a well-established and growing Legal Practice with an extensive client base and a strong reputation in the areas of Family, Property, Commercial, Private Client and Litigation, operating successfully from 4 offices that serve the local community.

As the Head of Property Lawyer here you will lead a thriving Property Department. This role comes with the exciting opportunity to shape and develop a key department within a respected firm.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the Property Department, ensuring high standards and operational efficiency
• Oversee recruitment, induction, and training of newly appointed conveyancers
• Strategically allocate work across the team to optimise performance
• Drive business development initiatives to promote the firm's property services

The ideal candidate for the Head of Property Lawyer role will

• Be a qualified Manx Advocate, or would consider a UK qualified Solicitor willing to qualify under Manx Law
• Experience in and a strong knowledge of property law
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills
• A proactive approach to business growth and client engagement
• Passion for delivering outstanding legal service