Head of Commercial Property – Solicitor

Oliver & Co Solicitors is seeking a senior commercial property solicitor to lead and develop our Commercial Property department. This is a key appointment offering the opportunity to take ownership of a busy and well-established area of the firm, with the autonomy to shape the team and drive future growth.

We are an employee-owned firm with a strong reputation for quality and client care. Our structure allows for genuine collaboration and shared purpose, and we are proud to offer a working environment that is both professional and progressive.

About the role

You will take responsibility for leading the Commercial Property department, managing a varied caseload and helping to build and support the team. The department benefits from a consistent flow of high-quality work and established client relationships.

The caseload includes:

• Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
• Commercial leases and landlord/tenant matters
• Development transactions, including options and overage agreements
• Agricultural and land-related matters
• Refinancing and investment portfolios

You will also be expected to contribute to business development, mentor junior colleagues, and play an active role in the wider firm.

About you

We are looking for a solicitor with at least five years' post-qualification experience in commercial property, who is ready to take the next step into a leadership role. You will be confident, commercially aware, and committed to delivering excellent client service.

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact. The department is well-established and benefits from a strong flow of work, but the team itself is ready for someone to lead, shape, and develop it. We are open to new ideas and approaches, and we welcome someone who wants to help define how the department evolves in the years ahead.

It would suit someone who values autonomy, enjoys working collaboratively, and is looking for a firm where people and culture are genuinely prioritised.

What we offer

• A leadership role within a respected and forward-thinking firm
• Hybrid working arrangements once settled into the role
• Competitive salary and profit share
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Three additional days off over the Christmas period
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Health plan
• Pension scheme
• Birthday gift
• Quarterly social events
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment
• The opportunity to be part of an employee-owned firm where your voice matters

If you are ready to take on a role where you can make a real impact, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Company benefits include:

• Entitlement to profit share after 6 months
• Opportunity to bring in ideas and influence the success of the company by being an employee owner
• Generous Annual Leave - 25 days plus bank holidays and the ability to carry forward unused holiday
• Extra holiday at Christmas - 3 days extra holiday, to be taken over the Christmas period when our office closes
• Employee Assistance Programme - health plan where you can claim back the cost of treatment for you and your children including dental, opticians, flu jab, specialist consultations and diagnostics as well as complementary and alternative therapies, with access to Virtual GP and prescription service for peace of mind
• Generous discounts on legal fees across all our departments
• Access to free advice, support and confidential counselling 24/7
• Company Pension Scheme with Nest Pensions
• Career development and progression plans for all team members, including study leave and funding for qualifications
• In-house training & courses
• Birthday presents and company social events each quarter, company funded Christmas party and more
• Practising certificate costs covered
• Enhanced maternity pay

Application Process:

To apply, please upload your CV and a covering letter via this link: Head of Commercial Property – Solicitor (5+ PQE) - Oliver & Co Solicitors Cheshire