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Legal Director / Head of Department - Commercial Property
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- Staffordshire
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £70,000 - £90,000 Per Annum
Job Description
Legal Director / Head of Department - Commercial Property
Staffordshire | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
A leading and highly regarded law firm in Staffordshire is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join its senior leadership team as Legal Director / Head of Commercial Property.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious senior lawyer looking to take on a strategic leadership position within a successful and growing firm. With a strong reputation across the region, an established client base, and a clear vision for continued growth, the firm offers an excellent platform for an individual looking to make a lasting impact.
The successful candidate will lead an established Commercial Property team, oversee a high-quality and varied caseload, and play a key role in the future development and success of the department.
The Opportunity
As Legal Director / Head of Commercial Property, you will play a pivotal role in leading and developing an established and successful department. Managing a varied and high-quality commercial property caseload, you will work closely with a broad client base while providing strategic direction and leadership to the wider team.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading, mentoring and developing the Commercial Property team
Managing and overseeing a diverse portfolio of commercial property work
Maintaining and strengthening key client relationships
Supporting and driving business development initiatives across the firm
Contributing to the department's growth strategy and long-term success
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to deliver exceptional client service
Supporting the development and progression of junior lawyers and team members
Playing an active role in the firm's wider leadership and management objectivesThis position offers genuine autonomy and the opportunity to shape the future direction of the department while establishing yourself as a key member of the firm's senior leadership team.
About You
Applications are welcomed from experienced Commercial Property Solicitors who can demonstrate:
Significant experience within Commercial Property.
Strong technical expertise and commercial awareness
Proven leadership, supervision or team management experience
A track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships
Business development experience and a proactive approach to networking
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ambition to contribute to the strategic growth of a successful regional practiceWhether you are an established department head or a senior lawyer ready to step into a leadership position, this firm is keen to speak with individuals who can bring energy, vision and commercial acumen to the role.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Leadership role within a highly respected regional law firm
High-quality work and an established client base
Genuine autonomy and influence over departmental growth
Clear progression prospects
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Supportive and collaborative culture
Ongoing investment in professional development and leadership training
Apply
If you are a senior Commercial Property lawyer looking for a leadership opportunity with a forward-thinking and ambitious law firm, we would be delighted to discuss this role with you in confidence.
For further information or to apply, please get in touch.
At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data
Staffordshire | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
A leading and highly regarded law firm in Staffordshire is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join its senior leadership team as Legal Director / Head of Commercial Property.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious senior lawyer looking to take on a strategic leadership position within a successful and growing firm. With a strong reputation across the region, an established client base, and a clear vision for continued growth, the firm offers an excellent platform for an individual looking to make a lasting impact.
The successful candidate will lead an established Commercial Property team, oversee a high-quality and varied caseload, and play a key role in the future development and success of the department.
The Opportunity
As Legal Director / Head of Commercial Property, you will play a pivotal role in leading and developing an established and successful department. Managing a varied and high-quality commercial property caseload, you will work closely with a broad client base while providing strategic direction and leadership to the wider team.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading, mentoring and developing the Commercial Property team
Managing and overseeing a diverse portfolio of commercial property work
Maintaining and strengthening key client relationships
Supporting and driving business development initiatives across the firm
Contributing to the department's growth strategy and long-term success
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to deliver exceptional client service
Supporting the development and progression of junior lawyers and team members
Playing an active role in the firm's wider leadership and management objectivesThis position offers genuine autonomy and the opportunity to shape the future direction of the department while establishing yourself as a key member of the firm's senior leadership team.
About You
Applications are welcomed from experienced Commercial Property Solicitors who can demonstrate:
Significant experience within Commercial Property.
Strong technical expertise and commercial awareness
Proven leadership, supervision or team management experience
A track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships
Business development experience and a proactive approach to networking
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ambition to contribute to the strategic growth of a successful regional practiceWhether you are an established department head or a senior lawyer ready to step into a leadership position, this firm is keen to speak with individuals who can bring energy, vision and commercial acumen to the role.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Leadership role within a highly respected regional law firm
High-quality work and an established client base
Genuine autonomy and influence over departmental growth
Clear progression prospects
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Supportive and collaborative culture
Ongoing investment in professional development and leadership training
Apply
If you are a senior Commercial Property lawyer looking for a leadership opportunity with a forward-thinking and ambitious law firm, we would be delighted to discuss this role with you in confidence.
For further information or to apply, please get in touch.
At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data