Partner – Real Estate (Head of Department) | Manchester | Law Firm
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.
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.
The firm supports a broad range of corporate, SME and high-net-worth clients across multiple sectors and has an established national presence.
The Opportunity
You will:
* Lead and develop a growing Real Estate team
* Drive client acquisition and broader business development initiatives
* Oversee complex real estate transactions including acquisitions, disposals, leasing and development matters
* Mentor and develop junior lawyers and support staff
* Collaborate closely with senior leadership and other legal departments on integrated client solutions
* Play a key role in departmental strategy, operational performance and long-term growth
About You
You will likely:
* Be an experienced Real Estate Partner, Legal Director or Senior Associate ready to step into a leadership position
* Have strong technical expertise across commercial property matters
* Possess a demonstrable track record in business development and client relationship management
* Be commercially minded with strong leadership and communication skills
* Ideally have experience or exposure to the social care sector, although this is not essential
Why Join?
* Opportunity to shape and grow a key practice area
* Highly collaborative and people-focused culture
* National platform with strong existing client relationships
* Flexible and supportive working environment
* Significant scope for progression and long-term impact
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