At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and grow a high-calibre Residential Property team, managing complex transactions.
- Company: Respected South East law firm with a modern approach and strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, partnership opportunity, and a chance to make a strategic impact.
- Other info: Inherit a strong client base and work alongside experienced colleagues.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of residential property law.
- Qualifications: Experienced Residential Property Solicitor with leadership skills and commercial awareness.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
An established and highly respected South East law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Property Solicitor to join its partnership team and lead the continued growth and development of its Residential Property offering from Lewes. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious senior lawyer who wants to make a genuine strategic impact. Unlike many partnership opportunities, this role is not dependent on bringing a client following. Instead, we are looking for a talented residential property specialist with the leadership skills, commercial awareness and vision to develop an already successful and well-regarded team for the long term.
The firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional client service, combining traditional values with a modern, forward-thinking approach. With a strong presence across the South East and London, it advises a diverse client base ranging from private individuals and landed estates to developers, investors and high-net-worth property owners.
The Opportunity
As Partner and Head of the Residential Property team, you will take responsibility for both the operational management and strategic direction of the department. You will inherit a strong existing client base and work alongside highly experienced colleagues across property, private client and commercial disciplines. The team handles a broad range of high-value and complex residential property matters, including:
- Prime and high-value residential transactions
- Country houses and landed estates
- Listed and heritage properties
- Development and site acquisitions
- Portfolio acquisitions and disposals
- Lease extensions and new leases
- Transfers of equity
- Equity release matters
- Re-mortgages and refinancing
- Easements, licences and variations
Transactions regularly involve substantial values, with matters ranging up to approximately £50 million.
Key Responsibilities
- Fee Earning
- Manage a varied caseload of residential property matters from instruction through to completion.
- Provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice to a high-quality client base.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, agents, surveyors and other professional contacts.
- Ensure transactions are progressed efficiently while maintaining exceptional standards of client care.
- Keep abreast of legislative, regulatory and market developments affecting the residential property sector.
Leadership
Residential Property Partner employer: GerrardWhite
This esteemed South East law firm offers an exceptional opportunity for a Residential Property Partner to lead and shape a high-calibre practice from its picturesque location in Lewes. With a commitment to professional development, a collaborative work culture, and a strong focus on client service, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence. The firm’s reputation for combining traditional values with modern practices ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to achieving outstanding results for a diverse clientele.
