Head of Commercial Property
West Midlands | Hybrid Working | Up to £90,000
Are you an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer ready to take the next step into a genuine leadership position?
I’m currently working with a respected, expanding regional firm that is looking to appoint a Head of Commercial Property to lead an established team and play a pivotal role in the firm’s continued growth.
This opportunity would suit an ambitious senior lawyer who enjoys combining excellent client work with mentoring colleagues, developing new business and helping shape the long-term strategy of a successful department.
The Role
Reporting into the firm’s senior leadership team, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the Commercial Property department while managing your own varied caseload. Alongside delivering high-quality legal advice, you’ll drive team performance, strengthen client relationships and help identify opportunities for future growth.
This is a highly visible role offering real autonomy and the chance to make a lasting impact across the wider business.
Responsibilities
- Leading and developing the Commercial Property team
- Supervising and mentoring fee earners and support staff
- Managing a broad range of commercial property transactions
- Maintaining exceptional standards of client care
- Growing existing client relationships while generating new business
- Supporting networking and business development initiatives
- Monitoring departmental performance and profitability
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and risk management standards
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm
- Contributing to the firm’s ongoing strategic development
About You
You’ll be a qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with strong Commercial Property experience and a genuine interest in leading a successful team.
You’ll also bring:
- A broad commercial property background
- Strong leadership or supervisory experience (or a clear desire to step into this level)
- Excellent client relationship and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and business development ability
- A proactive approach with ambitions to help grow a thriving department
What’s on Offer
- Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
- Hybrid and flexible working
- A genuine leadership opportunity with strategic input
- High-quality, varied Commercial Property work
- Supportive and collaborative culture
- Excellent long-term career progression
If you’d like to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please get in touch.
jisherwood@venngroup.com
07703 832803
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