Senior Property Law Leadership Opportunity
We are seeking a seasoned property lawyer to fill a key leadership role, overseeing the growth and development of our national division of legal practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team, drive business growth strategies, expand service offerings, and enhance operational efficiency while championing innovation and continuous improvement in legal services.
About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership aligned with governance and partnership requirements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, service level agreements, and internal policies. They will also foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional development within the team.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading and mentoring high-performing legal teams in a dynamic regulatory environment, with exceptional stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and negotiation skills.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic leadership aligned with governance and partnership requirements
* Ensure practice compliance with regulatory standards, service level agreements, and internal policies
* Champion innovation and continuous improvement in legal service delivery
* Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional development
* Act as a key liaison with stakeholders, particularly real estate and financial partners
The selected individual will play a crucial role in driving business success and growth, while contributing to the development of staff through structured learning and development initiatives.
Requirements
* 5-8+ years experience in property law with a principal practicing certificate (or ability to obtain one)
* Proven track record in leading and mentoring high-performing legal teams in a dynamic regulatory environment
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and negotiation skills
* Demonstrated ability to execute business growth strategies, expand service offerings, and enhance operational efficiency
* Expertise in compliance, risk management, and governance with a focus on proactive leadership and strategic oversight
Benefits
* Enjoy flexibility and work-life balance by working from anywhere - city, regional, or rural
* Take advantage of career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing law firm that values innovation and development
* Work in a collaborative and inclusive culture that supports knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement
* Access professional development opportunities, including training, emerging legal technologies, and career progression pathways