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Head of Department
Head of Commercial Property | 10+ PQE | Wiltshire | Competitive salary + performance bonus
About the Firm
We are currently working with a well-established, forward-thinking law firm with a strong presence across Wiltshire. Known for their high-quality legal services and long-standing client relationships, they combine a modern, progressive approach with a personable and collaborative culture.
The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity to step into a key leadership position within a successful and growing firm. We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Commercial Property to lead an established department and drive its next phase of strategic growth.
For the right individual, this role offers real influence, autonomy, and a clearly defined route to Partnership.
What’s on Offer
- A transparent and structured pathway to Partnership
- Full autonomy to lead and grow your own department
- Competitive salary with performance-related bonus
- Company pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional long-service leave programme
- Christmas shutdown (in addition to annual leave)
- Private medical insurance
- Staff discount on legal services
- A supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking working environment
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The Role
You will take full responsibility for the Commercial Property function, managing both the team and a varied caseload. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading, mentoring, and developing a commercial property team
- Managing a high-quality caseload, including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant matters, and development work
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Driving business development initiatives and supporting wider firm growth
- Playing a central role in shaping the future direction of the department
About You
- Qualified Solicitor with significant experience in Commercial Property
- Proven leadership skills, or a senior lawyer ready to step into a leadership role
- Strong commercial awareness with a track record (or clear potential) in business development
- A client following or established referrer network is advantageous but not essential
- Ambitious and motivated, with a clear desire to progress to Partnership
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How to Apply
Contact Alicia Forde on 0121 454 1004 or email alicia.forde@enllegal.co.uk quoting Job Ref: 215304345
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