OverviewLead and shape the Commercial Property team at a Legal 500 firm. Progress to Board level in a well-established, ambitious practice. Up to £80,000 base + profit share bonus + excellent benefits.

What we’re looking forWe’re looking for a Head of Commercial Property to join a highly respected firm in Harrogate.

This is a rare opportunity to steady the ship, build on a strong flow of quality work, and ultimately progress to Board level.

This is the ideal role if you’re looking for leadership at an early stage in your career, with the freedom to put your stamp on a department and the support of a well-run, forward-thinking practice.

Commercial Property Solicitor, ideally 5–8 PQE

Strong background in landlord and tenant matters, leases, and option agreements

Broader experience across sales, purchases, refinancing and corporate support

Proven ability to supervise and lead a team

Track record in business development or client growth

Approachable, with the gravitas to inspire confidence

What you’ll be doing

Leading the Commercial Property department and ensuring stability in the first 12 months

Supervising and supporting the existing assistant and paralegal within the team

Managing a varied caseload of commercial property matters, with an emphasis on landlord and tenant work, alongside sales, purchases and refinancing

Working closely with clients across Harrogate, York and Leeds

Driving business development and networking within the region

Playing an active role on the management team, with a clear trajectory towards Board level

Salary and Benefits

Salary: Up to £80,000 base, depending on experience

Bonus: Profit share, typically c.10% of departmental profit above target

Hours: Flexible, with the ability to bank additional hours worked and claim back up to a day each quarter

Hybrid working: At least 3+ days in the Harrogate office, with travel to York and Leeds as needed

Holiday: 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with service, plus option to buy more

Pension scheme (3% employer contribution)

Professional study support

Private health insurance (after qualifying period)

Life assurance (4x salary)

Wellbeing support: Champion Health, Westfield Health cash plan, cycle-to-work scheme

Other perks: Reduced-cost parking scheme, free simple will, discounted legal fees for staff and family, interest-free travel season ticket loan

Progression: Clear path to Board level, with the chance to shape the department and influence the firm’s strategic direction

Contact Duane Cormell

Call 03300 245 606 or email

duane.cormell@realmrecruit.com

to find out more or apply confidentially.

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