Head of Commercial Property

Overview

As Head of Commercial Property in a growing regional law firm, you lead the Swindon team and shape its future direction. You will balance leadership with hands-on management of a varied commercial property caseload while driving business development and client relationships. The role blends strategic influence with day-to-day oversight, contributing to the firm’s growth and service quality. You will work closely with partners to build a strong client network and expand the practice area in a collaborative, supportive culture. This is an opportunity to impact a key department while enjoying autonomy and clear progression.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• collaborative, supportive working culture
• senior leadership role with progression potential

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the commercial property team in Swindon
• Manage a varied caseload including acquisitions, disposals, and refinancing
• Handle commercial leases, renewals, sub-lettings, and surrenders
• Oversee development agreements, conditional contracts, options, and promotions
• Manage deeds of easement and landlord/tenant matters
• Build and nurture a strong network of clients and referrers
• Contribute to the firm’s wider business development strategy and growth plans

Key requirements

• 8+ years’ PQE in commercial property law
• Proven experience managing and mentoring legal teams
• Strong track record in business development
• Excellent communication skills
• Desire to make a lasting impact in a growing regional practice

• leadership
• communication
• commercial awareness
• commercial property law
• business development strategy
• stakeholder management

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