Commercial Property Legal Director

Job title:

Commercial Property Legal Director

Company

JMC Legal Recruitment

Job description

Legal Director | Real Estate | Partnership Opportunity | Top 100 Firm | BristolThe FirmA leading UK law firm, recognised in the top 50, is offering an exciting opportunity to join their newly established full-service office in Bristol. Having expanded to this location in the early autumn, the firm is looking to build a strong presence in the Southwest, making this an excellent opportunity to be part of a founding team as the office grows.With a heritage spanning 160 years and a network of offices across Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich, and Sevenoaks, the firm offers a range of services, advising businesses, government and public sector organisations, and individuals both nationally and internationally. Their Next Level Law proposition is at the heart of their client approach, where they proactively partner with clients to anticipate challenges and opportunities. This forward-thinking approach is mirrored within their culture, where the firm is dedicated to nurturing talent and supporting professional development.The firm is also committed to diversity and sustainability. Female partners comprise 40% of their partnership, and their choice of Bristol office reflects their sustainability goals. In line with their ESG strategy, the firm takes pride in making a positive contribution to the communities they serve.The Real Estate TeamThe firm boasts one of the largest and most respected real estate teams in the UK, with over 100 specialists. Their real estate lawyers are particularly well-regarded for their expertise in development and investment, planning, secured lending, and landlord and tenant matters.The team is comprised of individuals from diverse backgrounds, including major city practices, national firms, industry, local government, and specialists with construction, planning, and commercial expertise. This broad depth of experience allows the team to effectively collaborate on major, complex transactions, providing clients with value-driven, cost-effective solutions.The real estate department covers both contentious and non-contentious matters and represents clients from various sectors, including public and private organisations, high-net-worth individuals, and senior executives. Their client base includes some of the most significant businesses and institutions in England and Wales.The RoleAn exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Legal Director in Commercial Property to join the growing Bristol office as part of a highly regarded, Legal 500-ranked real estate team. The firm seeks a Legal Director with 6+ years PQE to support their expanding client base, which includes high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses.This role offers the opportunity to work on a high-quality caseload, including portfolio management, secured lending, landlord and tenant agreements, acquisitions and disposals, and corporate real estate matters. You will be part of a close-knit team that collaborates on both development and investment projects, gaining exposure to a broad range of legal issues.There is clear potential for career progression, with Partnership opportunities for the right candidate.Requirements

• 6+ years PQE in commercial property law
• Strong experience across a wide range of real estate matters, including acquisitions, disposals, secured lending, and landlord/tenant issues
• Proven ability to manage a busy caseload and meet tight deadlines
• Business development experience, with a track record of building and maintaining client relationships
• A commercially focused, solution-oriented approach to legal matters
• Experience working in a well-regarded city, regional, or national firm with a strong understanding of real estate law

What’s on Offer?

• Market-leading salary and excellent benefits package
• Clear progression paths, including the potential for Partnership
• A flexible and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to join a founding team and play a key role in the growth of the Bristol office
• A firm committed to diversity, sustainability, and making a positive impact in the communities they serve

If you are an ambitious legal director seeking a challenging and rewarding role with long-term prospects, apply now to join this dynamic firm in Bristol.CompanyJMC Legal Recruitment was founded by highly experienced Legal Recruitment Consultant, Jason Connolly. His motivation to establish JMC was to create a refreshingly friendly agency with a truly consultative approach and who are always a pleasure to deal with.We’re a dynamic business with our sights set high and a growing client base spanning the country. We believe that in any business the most valuable assets are the people – and it’s true of JMC, too. Whether dealing with candidates or firms, our consultants’ passion for legal recruitment and excellent market knowledge always shines through. Our state of the art software means our consultants are more accessible to you and we keep ahead of the curve in the changing legal landscape to ensure you are always given up to date advice.What can you expect from us? We will always manage your expectations and come back to you with updates as soon as they become available. We pride ourselves on the highest level of integrity, as we understand that when looking for a new role or member of staff it is often highly confidential. You will find that we always take the time to really listen and understand before we advise. We will get to know you, taking into account not just technical ability, but personality and cultural fit. We’re also easy to get hold of; we appreciate that when looking for a new role it can be difficult to talk during the working day, so we will make ourselves available and find a time that works for you. Give us a call and talk to one of our friendly team today. We’re waiting to help you.Share this jobApply for Commercial Property Legal DirectorAlready uploaded your CV? to apply instantlyFields marked with an asterisk (*) are requiredFirst name requiredLast name requiredWhat is your email address? requiredYour CV requiredYour file must be a .doc, .pdf, .docx, or .rtf. No larger than 1MBDrag and dropChoose a fileSelected file: Remove fileAdd a cover message requiredEmail me similar jobs when they become available Your communication preferencesI’d like to receive emails about jobs and services from The Lawyer JobsI’d like to receive emails from third partiesWhen you apply for a job we will send your application to the named employer, who may contact you. By applying for a job listed on The Lawyer Jobs you agree to our and . You should never be required to provide bank account details. If you are, please . All emails will contain a link in the footer to enable you to unsubscribe at any time.Send applicationSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.© 2011 – 2025 Centaur Media Plc. Powered by Madgex Job Board TechnologyTheLawyer.com Limited
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Expected salary

£90000 – 120000 per year

Location

Bristol Area

Job date

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:47:49 GMT

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