Commercial Property HOD

Company: Austen Lloyd
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Location: Somerset
Job Description:

Overview

In this Head of Department role, you lead the Commercial Property team at a well-established firm in Somerset. You will manage your own caseload across landlord/tenant, leasehold and freehold transactions, finance, land acquisition and developments, while guiding and developing the team. The role combines hands-on conveyancing with strategic marketing and business development for the department and the firm. It offers clear career progression, a competitive salary, and a strong benefits package. You will work with cross-functional professionals to shape the department’s growth and client service excellence.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • excellent benefits package

Responsibilities

  • Head the Commercial Property department
  • Manage your own caseload of Commercial Property matters
  • Handle Landlord and Tenant, Leasehold and Freehold transactions, Property Finance, Land Acquisition and Developments
  • Assist in marketing and business development of the department and firm

Key requirements

  • at least 5 years PQE
  • broad experience in conveyancing within Commercial Property
  • proven experience in managing a team
  • leadership
  • team management
  • business development
  • conveyancing
  • Landlord and Tenant
  • Leasehold and Freehold transactions

Posted: September 14th, 2026