Head of Property LitigationLocation: Central London / Hybrid WorkingSalary: To £130,000 + Bonus + Leadership ProgressionContract: Permanent, Full TimeBenefitsSalary to £130,000 depending on experience and leadership capability.30 Days Holiday + Bank HolidaysSenior leadership position with full departmental influence.Bonus linked to departmental and individual performance.Hybrid working with flexibility.Genuine strategic input into the future direction of the firm.Established and growing property litigation team.High quality and complex property litigation work.Clear progression within senior leadership structure.Modern Central London office.Pension and full benefits package.The OpportunityThis is a rare and senior opportunity for a Head of Property Litigation to lead and develop an established and highly regarded Property Litigation department within a successful and growing law firm.This role offers far more than managing a caseload. You will take full ownership of the departments strategic direction, performance, and continued growth.You will work closely with senior leadership to shape the future of the property litigation offering, while leading, mentoring, and developing a team of lawyers at varying stages of their careers.This position will suit an experienced Property Litigation Solicitor with proven leadership capability who wants to step into a role where their influence, decisions, and leadership will have a direct impact.The RoleAs Head of Property Litigation, you will:Lead and manage the Property Litigation department.Develop and implement departmental strategy aligned with wider firm objectives.Manage departmental performance, financial targets, and KPIs.Supervise, mentor, and develop solicitors within the team.Maintain and grow a high quality property litigation caseload.Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.Drive business development and contribute to departmental growth.Improve systems, processes, and operational efficiency.Support recruitment and expansion of the team.The WorkYou will oversee and handle a range of high quality property litigation matters, including:Commercial landlord and tenant disputesResidential landlord and tenant disputesPossession claimsLease disputesProperty contract disputesDevelopment related disputesLeadership and InfluenceThis role requires genuine leadership capability.You will be trusted to lead the department, improve performance, support team members, and contribute to the wider success of the firm.You will play a key role in shaping the departments future direction.RequirementsTo be considered for this Head of Property Litigation role, you will have:Qualification as a Solicitor in England and Wales or equivalent.Significant experience in Property Litigation.Proven experience managing or supervising a team.Experience handling complex property litigation matters.Strong leadership and decision making capability.Experience contributing to business development and departmental growth.Strong commercial awareness.Ambition to operate at senior leadership level.Candidates with an existing professional network or client following will be particularly attractive.Career OpportunityThis is a genuine leadership role offering influence, responsibility, and long term career progression.You will have the opportunity to build, shape, and lead a successful Property Litigation department within a respected firm.Apply NowIf you are a senior Property Litigation Solicitor ready to step into a Head of Department role, apply now for a confidential discussion.JBRP1_UKTJ