Head of Property (Solicitor / 5+ PQE)

Job description

Accuflex has a great opportunity for a senior Property Solicitor (minimum 5 years PQE) to join our client, a long-established regional law firm, in Cumbria. This is a leadership appointment offering the opportunity to shape and grow a well-established property department. Key Responsibilities: Department Leadership: Manage and develop a multi-disciplinary property team. Transactional Work: Advise on residential, commercial and agricultural property transactions. Landlord & Tenant: Handle leases, licences, easements and overage agreements. Strategic Input: Contribute to departmental growth and wider firm strategy. Compliance: Maintain high standards of regulatory and risk management oversight. Required Experience: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 5+ years PQE. Strong background in property transactions. Supervisory or management experience preferred. Experience across commercial and/or agricultural property advantageous. Location: Cumbria (hybrid considered): Why Apply?: No billing targets. Clear pathway to Head of Department and potential Directorship. Competitive regional salary with discretionary firm-wide bonus. Excellent work-life balance in a scenic location.