Lawyer - Deputy Managing Partner - Real Estate Practice

Marlin Selection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in South West London is looking for a Deputy Managing Partner to join their real estate practice. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with a strong background in commercial and residential property law, boasting over 5 years of post-qualified experience. This role provides an opportunity for ambitious lawyers with excellent client interaction skills to play a pivotal role in the firm's future and succession planning. Competitive remuneration is offered along with a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Pathway to senior leadership

Exposure to varied property work

Collaborative working environment

Competitive remuneration

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with approximately 5 years’ PQE or equivalent experience.
• Strong background in commercial and residential property law.
• Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied commercial and residential property caseload including acquisitions and developments.
• Act as a trusted adviser to clients including individuals and SMEs.
• Mentor junior fee earners and support staff.

Skills

Commercial and residential property law

Client relationship management

Leadership skills

Business development

Technical legal ability

Education

Qualified solicitor (5+ years PQE)

Job description

Lawyer - Deputy Managing Partner - Real Estate Practice Marlin Selection•London, United Kingdom

Location: South West London

Position: Full-time, office-based

Overview

We are a well-established and growing law firm based in South West London, seeking a 5+ years’ post-qualified solicitor with a strong real estate background to join our practice. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to play a key role in the firm’s future, with a clear succession plan to take over from the retiring Managing Partner.

The role will suit a commercially minded individual who enjoys client interaction, business development, and leadership, alongside delivering high-quality legal advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied commercial and residential property caseload, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, refinancing, and development work
• Act as a trusted adviser to a broad client base, including individuals, investors, developers, and SMEs
• Supervise and mentor junior fee earners and support staff
• Contribute to business development, client relationship management, and firm growth initiatives
• Work closely with the Managing Partner to support day-to-day management and strategic decision-making
• Gradually assume increased responsibility for leadership and management of the practice as part of a planned succession

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor with approximately 5 years’ PQE (or equivalent experience)
• Strong background in both commercial and residential property law
• Excellent technical ability combined with sound commercial judgment
• Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
• Demonstrated interest in leadership, partnership, or firm management
• Proactive, reliable, and committed to building a long-term career within the firm

What We Offer

• A clear pathway to senior leadership and Managing Partner role
• Exposure to high-quality, varied property work
• A stable, collaborative, and professional working environment
• Competitive remuneration, aligned with experience and progression

Working Arrangement

• Full-time, office-based role in our South West London office