Head of Property Litigation

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Director
CATEGORY
Legal
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SKILLS

Qualified solicitor Analytical skills Complex case load management Department management Attention to detail Leadership and relationship building Influence and change management External networking

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of Property Litigation

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Head of Property Litigation to lead the department at Carter Lane, London. This is a hybrid role with a competitive salary.

Key Responsibilities

  • Developing, implementing and reviewing a department strategy to support and deliver our company strategy.
  • Formulating, agreeing and delivering annual department budgets.
  • Networking internally to build contacts and generate cross referrals.
  • Managing recovery of cash and aged debtors.
  • Developing, maintaining and reviewing monthly department KPIs and performance reporting.
  • Passing department audits.
  • Servicing clients in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Delivering market-leading levels of customer service and communication.
  • Ensuring technical competence through adequate training, support and succession planning.

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor or equivalent
  • Good analytical skills
  • Ability to handle complex and multiple case loads
  • Experience of managing a department
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong leadership and relationship building skills
  • Ability to influence and drive mind-set change at all levels
  • Proven track record of external networking, demonstrating the ability to increase workflow for a team

What It's Like Working at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

We don't just settle for excellence; we Aspire, Integrate, Innovate, and Commit. As Head of Department, you will:

  • Lead with Autonomy: Develop and implement the annual department strategy and budget.
  • Innovate Systems: Continually refine our processes and leverage the latest legal technology to deliver market-leading client service.
  • Mentor Talent: Shape the careers of the next generation of property litigators through proactive training and succession planning.
  • Influence Change: Join a dynamic management team where you are empowered to drive mindset changes at all levels of the business.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Fee Earner reward Scheme
  • Financial Incentives relevant to role
  • Healthcare Plan
  • Hybrid working
  • Internal and External Training and Development

Apply

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