Head of Real Estate Qualified Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm based in London is seeking a Head of Real Estate. This leadership role involves shaping and managing a new department focused on high-net-worth residential and commercial property transactions. The ideal candidate will be a UK-qualified solicitor with at least 8 years of experience in real estate law and strong leadership capabilities. Join a growing team with genuine autonomy and opportunities for career progression in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Genuine autonomy

Support from a high-performing team

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE in Real Estate law required.
• Experience with high-value property transactions necessary.
• Strong leadership potential or existing management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape a new Real Estate Department
• Manage a portfolio of HNW property transactions
• Drive business development and contribute to strategy
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-border teams

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client management

Networking

Real estate law

Education

UK-qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Head of Real Estate Qualified Solicitor, London (City of London)

Client: Headhunter Legal & Professional Ltd

Location: London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

Job Description:

Head of Real Estate – Leadership Opportunity at a Growing International Law Firm

Location: London (Hybrid or Office-Based)

Position Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Level: Senior | 8+ Years PQE

Are you an experienced Real Estate Solicitor looking for your next big move?

This is a rare opportunity to lead and grow your own department at an international law firm with an expanding presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

About the Firm:

This forward-thinking firm started as a small high street practice just 10 years ago and now operates globally. Known for its work with high-net-worth individuals, the firm is scaling up in response to growing client demand and is now looking for a Head of Real Estate to lead the next phase of growth in the UK market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and shape a new Real Estate Department
• Manage and develop a portfolio of HNW residential and commercial property transactions
• Work directly with high-profile clients and international investors
• Drive business development and contribute to firmwide strategy
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-border teams

What’s On Offer:

• A chance to build and lead your own team
• Access to a prestigious, high-value client base
• Support from a highly motivated and growing international platform
• Genuine autonomy, influence, and career progression
• A firm actively investing in growth, talent, and innovation

Ideal Candidate:

• UK-qualified Solicitor with 8+ years PQE in Real Estate law
• Demonstrated experience with high-value property transactions
• Strong leadership potential or existing management experience
• Confident in business development, networking, and client management
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ready to make a lasting impact

This is more than a job — it's a chance to create, lead, and grow.

Interested in hearing more? Apply now or message me in confidence to discuss further.