Property Litigation Lawyer

Origin Legal Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Department to join their London or Herts office. The ideal candidate will be a UK qualified Solicitor with at least 8 years PQE. Responsibilities include leading a team, engaging with clients, and ensuring high standards in commercial work. This position also requires a dynamic individual with excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to team management, promoting growth and support within the department.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years PQE in law.
• Experience in training or mentoring juniors is advantageous.
• Dynamic and personable individual.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team while handling department responsibilities.
• Develop rapport with clients and maintain strong relationships.
• Engage in both commercial and residential work as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team management

Client-facing abilities

Education

UK qualified Solicitor

Job description

Our client is a Law firm of outstanding quality with a modern approach and a forward-thinking culture. Legal 500 and chambers recommended, they provide a great working environment with supportive colleagues and opportunities for growth and progression at a firm that really cares about you. They really make sure everyone works to live and not lives to work. Their clients range from High-net-worth individuals to SMEs, multinational and global corporations.

They wish to hire a Head of Department in their London or Herts office. Ideally the candidate will be a UK qualified Solicitor with at least 8 years PQE.

You will be a dynamic and personable individual with strong communication skills and the ability to work well and manage a team. You should enjoy working in a client-facing position and be able to develop rapport. Experience in training or mentoring juniors is advantageous.

The work is primarily commercial work on a B2B basis, from time to time there is some residential. Whilst we are looking for a Head of department, this person must be prepared to get their hands dirty as well as develop, grow and lead a team.