Partner – Real Estate

Job Description Partner – Real Estate (Head of Department) | Manchester | Law Firm n Up to £110,000 + bonus + benefits  n Manchester n An established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Partner-level Real Estate lawyer to lead and grow its Manchester-based property practice. n This is a strategic leadership role within a growing commercial legal team, offering the opportunity to shape and expand a real estate function with ambitious growth plans already in motion. The successful individual will oversee a team of fee earners, drive business development activity, manage key client relationships, and work closely with senior leadership on the wider commercial strategy. n The firm supports a broad range of corporate, SME and high-net-worth clients across multiple sectors and has an established national presence. n   n The Opportunity n You will: n n Lead and develop a growing Real Estate team n Drive client acquisition and broader business development initiatives n Oversee complex real estate transactions including acquisitions, disposals, leasing and development matters n Mentor and develop junior lawyers and support staff n Collaborate closely with senior leadership and other legal departments on integrated client solutions n Play a key role in departmental strategy, operational performance and long-term growth n n About You n You will likely: n n Be an experienced Real Estate Partner, Legal Director or Senior Associate ready to step into a leadership position n Have strong technical expertise across commercial property matters n Possess a demonstrable track record in business development and client relationship management n Be commercially minded with strong leadership and communication skills n Ideally have experience or exposure to the social care sector, although this is not essential n n Why Join? n n Opportunity to shape and grow a key practice area n Highly collaborative and people-focused culture n National platform with strong existing client relationships n Flexible and supportive working environment n Significant scope for progression and long-term impact n n Benefits package n n  Hybrid and flexible working arrangements n  Private medical insurance n  Dental cover for employees and immediate family n  Enhanced pension scheme (up to 12% employer contribution) n Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection n 25 days’ holiday plus the option to buy/sell additional leave n Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support n Family care and backup childcare support n  Retail discounts and cashback scheme n Cycle to Work scheme and electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme n n For a confidential discussion, please get in touch directly….