Lawyer – Deputy Managing Partner – Real Estate Practice

We are a well-established and growing law firm based in South West London, seeking a 5+ years’ post-qualified solicitor with a strong real estate background to join our practice. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to play a key role in the firm’s future, with a clear succession plan to take over from the retiring Managing Partner.

Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.

The role will suit a commercially minded individual who enjoys client interaction, business development, and leadership, alongside delivering high-quality legal advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied commercial and residential property caseload, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, refinancing, and development work
• Act as a trusted adviser to a broad client base, including individuals, investors, developers, and SMEs
• Supervise and mentor junior fee earners and support staff
• Contribute to business development, client relationship management, and firm growth initiatives
• Work closely with the Managing Partner to support day‑to‑day management and strategic decision‑making
• Gradually assume increased responsibility for leadership and management of the practice as part of a planned succession

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor with approximately 5 years’ PQE (or equivalent experience)
• Strong background in both commercial and residential property law
• Excellent technical ability combined with sound commercial judgment
• Confident communicator with strong client‑facing skills
• Demonstrated interest in leadership, partnership, or firm management

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• Proactive, reliable, and committed to building a long‑term career within the firm

What We Offer

• A clear pathway to senior leadership and Managing Partner role
• Exposure to high-quality, varied property work
• A stable, collaborative, and professional working environment
• Competitive remuneration, aligned with experience and progression

Working Arrangement

• Full-time, office-based role in our South West London office

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