Head of Commercial Property - Leadership Role

Job Description

Head of Commercial Property Solicitor Sheffield Excellent Benefits

Strategic Leadership Role 8 Years PQE Multi-Accredited Firm 200 Year Heritage

About the Opportunity

Join a prestigious multi-accredited law firm with over 200 years of heritage serving the Yorkshire region. Were seeking an exceptional Head of Commercial Property Solicitor to lead our Commercial Property department in a strategic leadership position offering unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of our property offering within one of Sheffields leading legal practices.

The Role

Youll take strategic leadership of our Commercial Property department driving growth managing a high-quality team and developing the firms commercial property services whilst maintaining our reputation for exceptional client care and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing strategic leadership and vision for the Commercial Property department

Managing and developing a team of commercial property solicitors and support staff

Driving business development initiatives and building strategic client relationships

Managing a complex caseload of high-value commercial property transactions

Leading on acquisitions disposals development projects and investment transactions

Advising on commercial leases landlord and tenant matters and property finance

Developing departmental policies procedures and best practice standards

Mentoring and coaching team members to achieve their full potential Contributing to firm-wide strategic planning and business development activities

Building and maintaining relationships with key clients referrers and professional contacts

Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and risk management protocols Leading on major client pitches and tender processes for significant instructions

What Were Looking For

Qualified Solicitor with minimum 8 years PQE in Commercial Property with proven leadership experience

Demonstrable track record of managing and developing successful commercial property teams

Strong business development skills with ability to generate new client relationships

Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of commercial property law and practice

Excellent leadership management and strategic thinking capabilities

Outstanding client relationship management and communication skills

Commercial acumen with understanding of property market dynamics

Experience in handling complex high-value commercial property transactions

Strong negotiation skills and ability to close significant deals

Commitment to mentoring and developing junior team members

Strategic vision for department growth and service development

What We Offer

Competitive salary: (dependent on experience)

Strategic leadership role with significant autonomy and influence

Comprehensive benefits package including 4-6% pension contributions

Death in service benefit at 4x salary

Enhanced holiday entitlements with option to purchase additional days

Family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements where appropriate

Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives

Defined career pathways with opportunities for partnership progression

Access to leading professional networks and commercial property training programmes

Discounted legal fees and company sick pay

Supportive collaborative working environment with modern technology

Opportunity to shape the future direction of an established department

About Us

Our client is a forward-thinking multi-accredited firm with Legal 500 recognition for high-quality legal advice and compassionate client service. With around 80 team members and Investors in People accreditation they offer a supportive inclusive environment focused on employee development work-life balance and being a great place to work.

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