Head of Department (Residential and Commercial Property)

A highly regarded North Leeds firm is looking for a Solicitor, Cilex or Licensed Conveyancer who is has experience in Commercial Property that is ambitious to succeed and develop the commercial side of the company. The candidate should also have recent experience in dealing with Residential Property matters.  The firm is looking to expand its property department and this is a fantastic opportunity for a highly driven and motivated candidate to head up the expansion. This role creates an opportunity for the right person to grow and make the role their own.  The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to work with a team of specialists in their thriving residential and commercial property departments. You will be joining a firm which puts a huge emphasis on providing an excellent service to its clients.

Role
 
• Eventually managing a team of fee earners dealing with commercial property matters from inception to completion. • Excellent relationship skills as a result of creating and developing strong working relationships with a wide range of clients. • A key part in the business development of the department with an interest in networking and marketing. • A client following is preferable but not essential.
 
Experience
 
• At least 3 plus year’s experience in dealing with both residential and commercial property matters. • Experience in the CQS application process desirable. • A proven record of providing excellent service to a wide range of clients. • Working closely with other members of the team and assist on the more complex matters. • Experience of managing Residential Conveyancing files from instruction through to completion and post-completion. • Experience of using case management systems and revising systems. • Assisting with the setup of a new digital app. • Ability to work in a fast paced environment. • Interaction with other Heads of Departments.  • Involvement with management and monthly board meetings.   Knowledge
 
• The experience of handling residential sale and purchase, leasehold and freehold matters, and unregistered property.  • An ability to deal with new build properties and shared ownership will be advantageous.  
• Landlord and tenant management  - licences to alter/assign/AGA. • Experience in commercial lending on residential premises including purchasing in a company and BTL portfolios. • Experienced in re-mortgages. • Experienced in transfer of equity. • Experience in commercial acquisitions, sales, leases, licences to assign is essential • The ability to deal with company purchasers and company property re-finance of residential properties. • Experience in re-finance of commercial property. • Knowledge and experience of commercial leases of offices, shops, industrial units. • Experience in lease extensions.
 
Benefits
• Free parking • Bonus scheme • Staff benefits package • Pension scheme 
 
Remuneration
 
Salary negotiable
 
Possibility of Directorship dependant on the candidates experience.   Please apply to Liz at TSR Legal