Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

Realm Recruit; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm based in York is seeking a Head of Commercial Property to lead their department and drive growth. You will manage a diverse caseload and report to the Board, with significant flexibility and an attractive salary package, including a profit share bonus and extensive benefits. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of PQE and a strong foundation in landlord and tenant law.

Benefits

Profit share bonus

Flexible hours

5 weeks annual leave

Pension scheme

Private health insurance

Qualifications

• 5–8 PQE in Commercial Property Solicitor role.
• Strong background in landlord & tenant matters.
• Proven ability in team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commercial Property department.
• Supervise the team and manage caseloads.
• Drive business development in the region.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Business development

Client growth

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Overview

• Lead and shape the Commercial Property team at a Legal 500 firm
• Progress to Board level in a well-established, ambitious practice
• Up to £80,000 base + profit share bonus + excellent benefits

We’re looking for a Head of Commercial Property to join a highly respected firm in York. This is a rare opportunity to steady the ship, build on a strong flow of quality work, and ultimately progress to Board level. This is the ideal role if you’re looking for leadership at an early stage in your career, with the freedom to put your stamp on a department and the support of a well-run, forward-thinking practice.

Who we’re looking for

• Commercial Property Solicitor, ideally 5–8 PQE
• Strong background in landlord & tenant matters, leases, and option agreements
• Broader experience across sales, purchases, refinancing and corporate support
• Proven ability to supervise and lead a team
• Track record in business development or client growth
• Approachable, with the gravitas to inspire confidence

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the Commercial Property department and ensuring stability in the first 12 months
• Supervising and supporting the existing assistant and paralegal within the team
• Managing a varied caseload of commercial property matters, with an emphasis on landlord & tenant work, alongside sales, purchases and refinancing
• Working closely with clients across Harrogate, York and Leeds
• Driving business development and networking within the region
• Playing an active role on the management team, with a clear trajectory towards Board level

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £80,000 base, depending on experience
• Bonus: Profit share, typically c.10% of departmental profit above target
• Hours: Flexible, with the ability to bank additional hours worked and claim back up to a day each quarter
• Hybrid working: At least 3+ days in the Harrogate office, with travel to York and Leeds as needed
• Holiday: 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with service, plus option to buy more
• Pension scheme (3% employer contribution)
• Professional study support
• Private health insurance (after qualifying period)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Wellbeing support: Champion Health, Westfield Health cash plan, cycle-to-work scheme
• Other perks: Reduced-cost parking scheme, free simple will, discounted legal fees for staff and family, interest-free travel season ticket loan
• Progression: Clear path to Board level, with the chance to shape the department and influence the firm’s strategic direction

Contact

Contact Duane Cormell
Call 03300 245 606 or email [e-mail] to find out more or apply confidentially.