Legal Director or Partner – Residential Property-Bristol-Hybrid

Overview

As a Legal Director/Partner in Residential Property, you will lead the Bristol team, shape local strategy, and champion the firm’s culture. You will drive growth through existing relationships and new connections while building a sustainable regional practice. You’ll manage and develop the team, maintain compliance, and deliver high-value conveyancing for a diverse client base. This role blends client delivery with strategic leadership and people management in a collaborative, growth-focused environment. You will engage with agents and property professionals to strengthen market presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Bristol residential property team and shape local strategy
• Drive business growth through existing relationships and new connections
• Oversee recruitment, performance, compliance, and day-to-day operations
• Develop and manage the team across all levels
• Advise on high-value residential property matters and maintain client service standards
• Foster collaboration with agents, brokers, and property professionals
• Act as an ambassador for the firm’s culture and values

Key requirements

• Recognised residential property expert with significant PQE
• Strong market profile or following
• Proven leadership and business development skills
• Ability to manage complex conveyancing work while maintaining client service and compliance

• leadership
• relationship-building
• client-focused communication
• residential property law
• conveyancing
• practice management

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