Themis Recruit are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Head of Commercial Property Department to lead and expand a thriving commercial property department. The firm is a Top Tier firm recognised in the Legal 500. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of postqualification experience (PQE) in commercial property law with a proven track record of managing complex transactions and leading a successful team. This is a senior leadership role that requires strategic vision exceptional client management skills and the ability to drive business development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
- Provide strategic leadership to the Commercial Property Department setting and achieving departmental goals.
- Supervise mentor and develop a team of solicitors paralegals and support staff.
- Foster a collaborative and highperformance culture within the department.
Client Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients providing highquality legal advice and support.
- Act as the primary point of contact for major clients ensuring client satisfaction and retention.
- Handle complex and highvalue commercial property transactions including acquisitions disposals leases and developments.
Business Development:
- Develop and implement strategies to grow the commercial property practice.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities including crossselling other services of the firm.
- Represent the firm at networking events conferences and industry functions to enhance the firm s profile and generate new business leads.
Legal Expertise and Practice Management:
- Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of commercial property law including planning environmental issues landlord and tenant matters and property finance.
- Ensure all work is carried out to the highest standards of accuracy and professionalism.
- Stay abreast of changes in legislation and practice ensuring compliance and advising clients accordingly.
Financial Management:
- Manage the department s budget including forecasting monitoring and reporting on financial performance.
- Drive profitability by improving operational efficiencies and ensuring optimal fee generation.
- Oversee billing processes and manage credit control within the department.
Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure the department complies with all regulatory and legal requirements.
- Implement and maintain robust risk management practices.
- Handle any complaints or issues promptly and effectively maintaining the firm s reputation.
Requirements
- Education: Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years PQE in commercial property law with significant experience in managing complex transactions and leading teams.
- Skills:
- Exceptional leadership and management skills.
- Strong client relationship management and business development abilities.
- Indepth knowledge of commercial property law and related regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent analytical negotiation and problemsolving skills.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Attributes:
- Strategic thinker with the ability to drive growth and innovation.
- Professional and approachable demeanour.
- Strong ethical standards and integrity.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and excellence in client service.
Education: Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate. Experience: Minimum of 10 years PQE in commercial property law, with significant experience in managing complex transactions and leading teams. Skills: Exceptional leadership and management skills. Strong client relationship management and business development abilities. In-depth knowledge of commercial property law and related regulatory frameworks. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Superior written and verbal communication skills. High level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Attributes: Strategic thinker with the ability to drive growth and innovation. Professional and approachable demeanour. Strong ethical standards and integrity. Commitment to continuous professional development and excellence in client service.