Legal Director, Commercial Property (8+ PQE) - Cheltenham

Chadwick Nott; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Cheltenham seeks an experienced Legal Director for its Commercial Property team. The role involves managing high-value transactions, mentoring junior lawyers, and providing strategic advice across various sectors. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of PQE in commercial property law and excellent interpersonal skills. The firm offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements including hybrid options.

Benefits

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

28 days annual leave plus public holidays

Bonus scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Gym membership contribution

Flu vaccinations

Sight tests/Glasses discounts

Car Loans

Perks at Work benefits portal

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE in commercial property law.
• Proven experience managing complex transactions and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advising on acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development projects.
• Managing transactions across various sectors.
• Providing strategic legal and commercial advice to clients.

Skills

Strong technical ability and drafting skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Commercial acumen and proactive mindset

Ability to manage complex transactions

Organised and detail-oriented

Education

8+ years PQE in commercial property law

Job description

Overview

Legal Director - Commercial Property (8+ PQE) - Cheltenham

Location: Cheltenham (Flexible & Hybrid)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £95,000 to £120,000

Chadwick Nott are pleased to be working with a leading UK law firm in their search for a senior Commercial Property Lawyer (8+ PQE) to join their nationally recognised Real Estate team in Cheltenham. This is a strategic appointment within one of the largest and most respected commercial property departments in the country, offering the opportunity to lead on high-value transactions and shape the future of the team.

The Role

This leadership role offers exposure to a wide range of commercial property matters. Responsibilities include:

• Advising on acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development projects
• Managing transactions across city-centre and rural locations, including retail, industrial, healthcare, and education sectors
• Providing strategic legal and commercial advice to clients
• Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers within the team
• Driving business development and cross-selling initiatives
• Collaborating across the wider Real Estate and Planning teams

Qualifications

This role is suited to a senior commercial property lawyer with:

• 8+ years PQE in commercial property law
• Strong technical ability and drafting skills
• Proven experience managing complex transactions and client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commercial acumen and a proactive mindset
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to team success
• Organised, detail-oriented approach with leadership capability

Working Arrangements

This role supports flexible and hybrid working, with a primary base in the Cheltenham office.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

• Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Bonus scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym membership contribution
• Flu vaccinations
• Sight tests / Glasses discounts
• Car Loans
• Perks at Work benefits portal

How to apply

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

[e-mail]

0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.