Legal Team Leader

Legal for Lettings is a rapidly growing law firm specialising in Landlord and Tenant Law. Our mission is to provide market-leading legal services to Landlords, while fostering a supportive and innovative work environment. We believe in delivering quality over quantity and are passionate about disrupting traditional legal practices to better serve our clients.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Team Leader to join our team in Lincoln. This pivotal role involves leading and motivating a team of legal professionals to ensure they deliver exceptional service to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing teams within a regulated environment, preferably in a private practice solicitors’ firm, with expertise in Landlord and Tenant Law being highly desirable.

• Leadership and Team Management: Lead a team of direct reports, including Legal Support Assistants and Paralegals. Ensure the team remains motivated, meets operational requirements, and adheres to HR policies and procedures.
• Operational Oversight: Assist the Head of Department with the management of workflow, monitoring stock and stationery levels, and manage team facilities.
• Client and Relationship Management: Serve as a key point of contact for the team, build strong commercial relationships with clients, and resolve escalated client complaints effectively.
• Marketing and Brand Development: Support marketing and brand awareness initiatives by attending conferences and industry events and contributing to building the firm's brand in the open market.
• Case Management: Promote excellent case management practices, oversee central diaries, and ensure proper handling of team files.
• Regulatory Compliance: Assist in maintaining compliance with relevant legal and regulatory standards.

• At least 12 months of experience as a people leader, with 3+ years being advantageous.
• Experience in a regulated environment, ideally within a private practice solicitors’ firm.
• Qualified Solicitor or Fellow of CILEX advantageous.
• Expertise in Landlord and Tenant Law is highly advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to find solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Ability to manage multiple demanding deadlines effectively.

• Competitive salary.
• 26 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
• Discretionary annual bonus based on company performance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Various employee discounts across our group companies.
• Access to an employee assistance program.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture that encourages personal growth and values attention to detail and common sense.

• Office-based role at our Lincoln office, with onsite parking and café.
• Standard office hours: 09:00 am - 05:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need this job advert in any other format or require any adjustments for your application or during the recruitment process, please reach out to people@barbon.com.