Head of Commercial Property

Job Title: Head of Commercial Property

Location: Bridgwater or Yeovil (hybrid options available)

Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 DOE

Benefits: Head of Department benefits package + performance-related bonus structure

About the Company:

This Legal 500 firm is known for its strong commercial and private client offering across the South West. With a long-standing reputation for client care and technical excellence, the firm continues to expand in key growth areas including commercial real estate and agricultural property. This is a firm that offers clear leadership pathways, a collaborative culture, and the chance to help shape the next phase of strategic development.

Role Summary:

This is a pivotal leadership appointment for a highly experienced Commercial Property Solicitor. You'll inherit and lead an established team with fee earner and assistant support, and have the opportunity to expand your influence into land and agricultural property, a growing strategic priority for the business. The role offers genuine scope for Directorship and sits within the firm's Head of Department bonus structure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Commercial Property team: Shape strategic direction and nurture a high-performing culture

• Manage a broad caseload: Act as lead on high-value and complex commercial property transactions

• Oversee team development: Support junior lawyers and legal assistants through coaching and supervision

• Develop the agri-land offering: Build on growing client demand and establish sector leadership

• Contribute to the wider business: Play a key role in leadership forums and cross-team collaboration

Requirements:

• Experienced Commercial Property Solicitor with team leadership exposure

• Strong technical knowledge of commercial real estate transactions

• Experience in land/agricultural property desirable but not essential

• Ability to manage, inspire, and develop legal talent

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Related Job Titles: Commercial Property Partner, Head of Real Estate, Commercial Property Solicitor, Agricultural Property Lawyer, Senior Commercial Property Associate