Part-time Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

• Fast-track to leadership in a growing commercial property team
• Mentorship from a senior partner with a business-first mindset
• Flexible working with a strong culture of care, growth, and empowerment

A firm, located in South Manchester, is looking for a senior commercial property lawyer to join as Head of Commercial Property. You’ll work closely with a partner to lead and grow the team, stepping into a live caseload of high-quality transactional work while helping shape the future of the department.

This is a rare chance to combine high-calibre work with genuine leadership, mentoring from a respected partner, and a platform for career advancement — without the red tape or corporate culture often found elsewhere.

Who we’re looking for

• 8+ PQE commercial property solicitor or equivalent
• Broad experience across acquisitions, disposals, landlord/tenant work, and finance
• Confident managing clients ranging from SMEs to developers
• Leadership or mentoring experience highly desirable
• Commercially-minded and relationship-driven
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on mindset
• Collaborative, grounded, and people-focused

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive, negotiable salary depending on experience
• 3 day/part-time work week
• High-quality client work across sectors including infrastructure and development
• Support the Head of Department
• Realistic path to equity or strategic leadership roles
• Down-to-earth culture with low staff turnover
• Practical wellbeing support and a values-driven environment

Contact Harry Nicholls

If you’re ready for a leadership role with autonomy, impact, and strong mentorship, contact Harry Nicholls at harry.nicholls@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.