Partner - Real Estate (Head of Department)
Manchester | Full-time, Permanent

Lead. Build. Own.

We're partnering with a highly regarded, SRA-regulated legal business backed by a global Fortune 500 organisation, to appoint a Partner - Head of Real Estate.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of an established but growing practice, with clear investment and a mandate to scale.

The current team consists of 3 fee earners, with ambitious plans to more than double in size - offering a genuine platform to shape, grow and lead a practice.

The Role

Working closely with senior leadership, you will:

Lead and grow the practice

• Set the strategic direction for the Real Estate team
• Build, develop and scale a high-performing department
• Create a strong, collaborative team culture

Drive client relationships & business growth

• Develop and grow key client relationships
• Lead business development activity with full organisational backing
• Enhance the team's market presence and reputation

Deliver technical excellence

• Oversee complex real estate transactions including acquisitions, disposals, leases and development projects
• Ensure consistently high standards across all legal output

Collaborate across the firm

• Work closely with Commercial and other specialist teams to deliver integrated client solutions
• Contribute to innovation, process improvement and efficiency initiatives

Own financial performance

• Manage budgets, resourcing and profitability
• Drive sustainable, long-term growth

What We're Looking For

• Partner or Senior Legal Director with strong real estate expertise
• Broad experience across commercial property matters
• Proven track record of winning and developing client relationships
• Strong leadership capability, with experience building and mentoring teams
• Commercially astute, with the ability to influence at senior level
• (Desirable) sector experience such as social care

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Strong benefits package
• Flexible working environment
• Backing of a global, financially stable organisation
• A genuine opportunity to build and shape a growing practice

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for someone who wants more than just a seat at the table.

It offers the chance to lead, influence and build - with the infrastructure, investment and support already in place.