Solicitor – Head of Commercial Property – Swindon

Overview

As Head of Commercial Property, you will lead the Swindon team to deliver high-quality property services while shaping department growth. You will drive client development and ensure strong compliance and standards, working closely with cross-functional teams. This role combines leadership with strategic oversight, overseeing a broad caseload and mentoring junior lawyers. You’ll contribute to the firm’s growth through networking, strategic initiatives, and a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Pay / Benefits

• A competitive salary package (65,000 to 100,000 DOE)
• Leadership autonomy and strategic influence
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Collaborative and supportive working environment

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Commercial Property team
• Drive business development and client relationship growth
• Oversee a broad caseload of commercial property matters
• Support junior lawyers and contribute to team development
• Ensure compliance and maintain high professional standards
• Represent the firm in networking and strategic initiatives

Key requirements

• 8+ years PQE in commercial property
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong technical and commercial acumen
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and strategic mindset
• Track record of successful client development

• strong communication
• interpersonal skills
• leadership
• strategic mindset
• commercial property law expertise
• technical and commercial acumen

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