Partner – Real Estate (Head of Department), Manchester – Full-time, Permanent, Lead.
Shape and grow a thriving Real Estate practice and play a defining role in shaping its future at Markel Law.
The Real Estate team currently consists of three fee earners and has ambitious growth plans to more than double in size. The team works closely with the Head of Commercial on strategic development and growth, manages key client relationships and takes overall responsibility for the supervision and development of all colleagues within the team.
The Opportunity
* Lead and grow the practice.
* Set the strategic direction for the Real Estate team.
* Shape its growth, culture and long‑term success.
* Supervise, mentor and develop fee earners and support staff.
* Drive client relationships & business development.
* Build and nurture strategic, high‑value client relationships.
* Expand the team's portfolio through targeted BD activity.
* Represent Markel Law as a trusted adviser and senior leader.
* Deliver technical excellence.
* Oversee (and where appropriate handle) high‑value and complex real estate transactions – acquisitions, disposals, leases, development projects and more.
* Ensure consistency, quality and excellence across all legal output.
* Collaborate across the firm.
* Work with the Head of Commercial and other senior partners to deliver integrated property and commercial solutions.
* Contribute to automation, template development and process efficiencies.
* Steer financial performance.
* Manage budgets, resourcing and financial objectives to ensure profitable, sustainable growth.
What You’ll Bring
* Extensive, senior‑level experience across the full spectrum of real estate work.
* A track record of managing complex matters and handling significant transactions.
* Strong commercial skills and proven success in client acquisition & business development.
* Excellent people leadership – mentoring, coaching and developing high‑performing teams.
* A collaborative approach and the ability to influence at all levels.
* A reputation for technical excellence and exceptional client care (highly desirable).
* Experience advising clients in the social care sector.
What You’ll Enjoy
* Competitive salary, annual bonus & benefits package.
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with options to buy/sell).
* Private medical, dental, life assurance, income protection & travel insurance.
* Excellent pension scheme.
* Flexible working options and genuine work‑life balance.
* A platform to shape and grow a nationally recognised Real Estate practice.
* A supportive, collaborative culture where your ideas drive change.
* Access to learning, development and leadership programmes.
* This is a disability‑confident and committed employer, proud to support flexible working and fostering a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
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