* Fast-track to leadership in a growing commercial property team
* Mentorship from a senior partner with a business-first mindset
* Flexible working with a strong culture of care, growth, and empowerment
A firm, located in South Manchester, is looking for a senior commercial property lawyer to join as Head of Commercial Property. You’ll work closely with a partner to lead and grow the team, stepping into a live caseload of high-quality transactional work while helping shape the future of the department.
This is a rare chance to combine high-calibre work with genuine leadership, mentoring from a respected partner, and a platform for career advancement — without the red tape or corporate culture often found elsewhere.
Who we’re looking for
* 8+ PQE commercial property solicitor or equivalent
* Broad experience across acquisitions, disposals, landlord/tenant work, and finance
* Confident managing clients ranging from SMEs to developers
* Leadership or mentoring experience highly desirable
* Commercially-minded and relationship-driven
* Strategic thinker with a hands-on mindset
* Collaborative, grounded, and people-focused
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive, negotiable salary depending on experience
* 1 day WFH, with flexibility around personal commitments
* High-quality client work across sectors including infrastructure and development
* Mentoring and career development under a Mills & Reeve-trained partner
* Realistic path to equity or strategic leadership roles
* Down-to-earth culture with low staff turnover
* Practical wellbeing support and a values-driven environment
Contact Duane Cormell
If you’re ready for a leadership role with autonomy, impact, and strong mentorship, contact Duane Cormell atduane.cormell@realmrecruit.comor call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat. #J-18808-Ljbffr