Head of Department – Commercial Property & Agriculture (Partner Level) Essex | Hybrid Working
A well-established, Legal 500-recognised regional firm is looking to appoint a senior Commercial Property lawyer to lead and grow its Agricultural & Rural Property offering.
This is a genuine leadership opportunity within a firm that already has a strong client base across Essex, London and East Anglia, with high-quality work in place and clear strategic backing for growth.
What’s in it for you?
Partner-level package with
competitive fixed share remuneration
Clear and achievable
equity pathway
Hybrid working
Generous holiday allowance + Christmas closure
Pension, wellbeing support and long-term incentives
A genuinely
supportive, down-to-earth culture
with strong local roots
Why this role?
Step into a
Head of Department/Partner-level position from day one
No following required
— work is already there and continuing to grow
Opportunity to
shape and scale a specialist agriculture offering
Clear, supported
route to Equity Partnership
Join a firm with
ambitious growth plans
and strong regional reputation
The Role You’ll take ownership of a broad mix of commercial and agricultural property work, advising:
Farmers, landowners and landed estates
Rural and agri-businesses
Developers and commercial clients
The role will involve:
Leading and developing the department
Mentoring and supporting junior lawyers
Playing a key role in the firm’s wider growth strategy
Strengthening and building on an already established client base
What the firm is looking for
Senior Associate, Legal Director or Partner-level Commercial Property lawyer
Strong experience in
agricultural/rural property matters
Someone who enjoys
leadership, development and building something
Commercially minded, with an interest in growing a practice (without needing to bring a following)
If you’re currently at Senior Associate level and ready for a genuine step up, or already operating at Partner level but want more autonomy and backing, apply today or get in touch for more information.
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