Lawyer - property Management Firm - Ilford

CIVITAS RECRUITMENT; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm in Ilford is seeking a dynamic Head of Legal to shape legal direction and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate is a UK Qualified Solicitor with strong knowledge of housing and property law, and proven leadership skills. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a supportive culture and ongoing training for career development.

Benefits

Pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in social housing and property law.
• Proven experience in leading legal teams.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the legal function and support the organisation’s leadership.
• Oversee a team of paralegals providing expert legal guidance.
• Ensure compliance across various legal domains.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of housing and property law

Contract management

Dispute resolution

Education

UK Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Head of Legal – Our client is a well-established property management organisation based in Ilford. Founded in 2003, they have built a strong reputation for working in partnership with landlords and investors to deliver guaranteed rental returns. Managing everything from individual flats to entire estates, the organisation is committed to service excellence and long-term value creation.

Salary £50-£60k per annum. Part time or full time. 1 day from home, 4 days in the office in Gants Hill if full time. Pro rata if part time.

The Role

A dynamic and experienced Head of Legal is sought to lead the legal function and support the organisation’s leadership team. This is a key strategic appointment offering the successful candidate an opportunity to shape legal direction and ensure compliance across the business. The post-holder will oversee a team of paralegals and provide expert legal guidance on a broad range of issues, including property law, housing law, litigation, and corporate governance.

The role demands strong leadership skills and a commercial approach to legal services, alongside the ability to work effectively across multiple legal domains in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You will be part of a close-knit senior team driving the future success of the organisation.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a UK Qualified Solicitor with significant experience across legal areas relevant to social housing and property. You will bring strong knowledge of housing and property law, governance, contracts, and dispute resolution. You will also have proven experience in leading legal teams, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide clear, solutions-focused advice.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, have exceptional organisational skills, and demonstrate commercial awareness. You will have the confidence to engage at senior level and influence business decisions through clear and practical legal guidance.

Application Process

This is a senior leadership opportunity offering a competitive salary and benefits package, including pension and cycle-to-work scheme. The organisation offers a supportive culture, ongoing training, and genuine career development opportunities. Please apply immediately or for further information, contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.