Head of Commercial Property - Chippenham, Wiltshire

Head of Commercial Property - Chippenham, Wiltshire

A well established, modern regional law firm with offices across Wiltshire, known for its personable approach, long standing client relationships and commitment to high quality, forward thinking legal services, is seeking a dynamic Head of Commercial Property.

The Role
A standout opportunity to lead a thriving Commercial Property department and play a central role in shaping its future direction. You'll have full autonomy to drive growth, develop the team and manage a high quality caseload. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring and developing the Commercial Property team
• Managing a varied caseload including acquisitions, disposals, leases and development matters
• Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and referrers
• Driving business development and contributing to wider firm strategy
• Influencing the long term vision and success of the department

This is a senior leadership role with genuine influence and a clearly defined route to Partnership.

Candidate Requirements

• A qualified Solicitor with solid experience and technical expertise in commercial property
• Either an established leader or a senior lawyer ready to step confidently into leadership
• Commercially astute, with proven business development skills or clear potential
• Someone who brings (or can build) strong client/referrer relationships

A following is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join?
This firm offers the rare combination of autonomy, progression and a genuinely supportive culture. Benefits include:

• A transparent, structured pathway to Partnership
• Competitive salary with performance related bonus
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days' annual leave + UK Bank Holidays
• Enhanced long service leave (up to 10 additional days)
• Firm wide Christmas closure (not deducted from holiday)
• Private Medical Insurance (WPA)
• 10% staff discount across all legal services
• A collaborative, modern and forward thinking working environment

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*