Head of Property

Head of Property | Cumbria | Leadership Opportunity | No Billing Targets | Future Directorship Looking for a better quality of life without compromising your legal career? This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected law firm that has been serving clients for over 100 years in the beautiful market town of Kirkby Stephen, perfectly positioned between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. We're looking for an experienced Head of Property to lead an established team and play a key role in the firm's future growth. The Opportunity As Head of Property, you'll lead a collaborative team of experienced solicitors, a consultant, a CILEX lawyer and support staff while managing the team across 🏡 Residential Property 🏢 Commercial Property 🚜 Agricultural Property You'll also mentor and develop the team, ensure high standards, and help shape the future direction of the department. What We're Looking For ✔ Qualified Solicitor (5+ years PQE) ✔ Strong experience in Residential, Commercial and Agricultural Property ✔ Previous supervisory experience, or someone ready to step into a leadership role ✔ Excellent client care and communication skills ✔ Someone who enjoys working as part of a supportive, close-knit team What's on Offer? ✅ Competitive salary (DOE) ✅ Full or Part-Time (0.8 considered) ✅ Hybrid working available ✅ No billing targets ✅ Discretionary annual bonus ✅ Professional development fully supported ✅ Genuine route to Directorship ✅ Loyal and established client base ✅ Work in one of the UK's most beautiful locations If you've ever considered swapping the pressures of city life for fresh air, stunning scenery and genuine work-life balance, while leading a successful property department, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. For a confidential discussion, contact: Phill Beard Legal Recruitment Specialist Headhunter Legal & Professional 📧 phill@headhunterlp.com 📞 0203 146 0411