Head of Commercial Property – Chippenham, Wiltshire

A well established, modern regional law firm with offices across Wiltshire, known for its personable approach, long standing client relationships and commitment to high quality, forward thinking legal services, is seeking a dynamic Head of Commercial Property.

The Role
A standout opportunity to lead a thriving Commercial Property department and play a central role in shaping its future direction. You’ll have full autonomy to drive growth, develop the team and manage a high quality caseload. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring and developing the Commercial Property team
• Managing a varied caseload including acquisitions, disposals, leases and development matters
• Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and referrers
• Driving business development and contributing to wider firm strategy
• Influencing the long term vision and success of the department

This is a senior leadership role with genuine influence and a clearly defined route to Partnership.

Candidate Requirements

• A qualified Solicitor with solid experience and technical expertise in commercial property
• Either an established leader or a senior lawyer ready to step confidently into leadership
• Commercially astute, with proven business development skills or clear potential
• Someone who brings (or can build) strong client/referrer relationships

A following is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join?
This firm offers the rare combination of autonomy, progression and a genuinely supportive culture. Benefits include:

• A transparent, structured pathway to Partnership
• Competitive salary with performance related bonus
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days’ annual leave + UK Bank Holidays
• Enhanced long service leave (up to 10 additional days)
• Firm wide Christmas closure (not deducted from holiday)
• Private Medical Insurance (WPA)
• 10% staff discount across all legal services
• A collaborative, modern and forward thinking working environment

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk