Residential Property Solicitor

Head of Residential Property - London

London

We're working on a senior appointment for a well-regarded London practice seeking a Head of Residential Property to lead and grow an established but lean team.

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Residential Property Solicitor who wants a genuine platform role with scope to shape the department and progress towards partnership.

The Role

You will take responsibility for:

- Leading and developing the existing Residential Property team (currently 1 senior solicitor plus paralegals)
- Managing your own high-quality caseload of residential conveyancing matters
- With a strong focus on new build and off-plan purchases (acting for buyers)
- Driving team growth, recruitment and overall practice development
- Playing a key role in business development and client relationship building
- Working closely with leadership on strategy and future expansion of the department

About You

- Experienced Residential Property Solicitor (likely 5+ PQE or equivalent)
- Strong track record in new build / off-plan residential work
- Comfortable running a busy, high-value caseload independently
- Proven ability (or clear appetite) for business development
- Leadership experience or readiness to step into a team head role
- Ambition for a long-term senior position, with clear scope for future partnership

The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to step into a visible leadership role with real influence over the direction of the practice. The firm is committed to growing the residential property offering and sees this hire as central to that strategy.

If you'd like to discuss the role in confidence, get in touch.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.