Head of Commercial Property

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Commercial Property

Sitting as one of the standout practices in the Midlands, our Commercial Property department advises investors, housebuilders, landowners, developers, property management companies, educational establishments, charities and care service providers on all areas of the real estate market.

With specialiset teams spanning both our Derby and Birmingham offices, the department has built up a national reputation for dealing with site acquisitions, planning issues, portfolio management and commercial and residential developments.

Highly regarded for its experience in development schemes relating to the out-of-town retail, residential and waste management sectors, the team has been fortunate enough to work on some of the largest and most exciting development projects throughout the UK, including the £100m development of a distribution centre and the £35m acquisition and development of a major mixed-use out-of-town retail scheme.

A record number of five partners have been recommended in The Legal 500 for 2022 within our Commercial Property team, including Ian Beardmore, Christine Owen, Ben Pickup, Stephen McCarthy and Paul Sabin.

The practice also has extensive experience in advising agricultural businesses and farming families on issues regarding interests in land and the wider rural economy.

The Head of Commercial Property will handle a senior level caseload of varied property matters and have responsibility for the overall management of the department.

This role reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

Role

Key responsibilities

Run own senior-level caseload of property matters to include: commercial and residential development, landlord and tenant advice, site acquisitions, funding arrangements and agreements, joint ventures and options & commercial leases.
Manage and supervise the day-to-day work running of the Commerical Property department.
Work closely with the Partners within the team on departmental matters, ensuring a cohesive approach.
Ensure financial targets are met within the department, both on a personal and team level.
Work with the CEO and Partners on financial structures for the department, this includes pricing models and team budgets.
Report key management information as required.
Assist fee-earners with their own caseload; offering support and guidance where needed.
Run file reviews of fee-earners where required, raise any issues arising and use this as an ongoing developmental tool.
Work with fee-earners to understand necessary processes, SLAs and wider expectations.
Program and update relevant IT systems, ensuring this is used appropriately by each team member.
Liaise directly with agents and clients where necessary and be their key point of contact.
Maintain a focus on client care and understand how this can be improved within the department.
Liaise with key stakeholders in the firm as required – this may include the management board, Compliance Manager, etc.

Management Responsibilities

Setting & presenting annual strategic plan for the Commercial Property department – work closely with the CEO & COO to construct team targets in relation to fees, time recording & business development;
Assist with annual budget review process;
Hold a monthly departmental meeting to report on team performance – follow up with one-to-ones as and when required;
Attend quarterly HOD meetings to represent the Commercial Property department;
Attend monthly one-to-ones with the CEO & COO – report on departmental priorities and financial performance;
Provide supervision of matters for more junior fee-earners, sign off work as and when required;
Oversee the Personal Development Plans for each team member, ensure individual goals are met throughout the year through mentoring and technical guidance;
Ensure appropriate allocation of fee-earning matters within the team – regularly assess capacity of fee-earners and delegate work effectively;
Proactively drive performance of the team – achieve continued financial growth YOY;
Assist with the recruitment process for vacancies – including proactive headhunting and drafting job specifications/adverts;
Conduct interviews with the HR Manager for all candidates.

Business Development

Work alongside the Business Development team to ensure there is a cohesive and proactive strategy to managing current & prospective clients.
Take an active lead in managing the client experience. Attend client meetings where necessary.
Prepare and conduct external training sessions on Commercial law for prospective & existing clients.
Report regularly on business development figures to CEO.

Candidate

You will:

Be at Partner or Head of Department level currently.
Have extensive experience in a breadth of property matters.
Have experience in supervising work and be able to effectively delegate to team members.
Be able to evidence billing figures that meet or exceed existing targets.
Have a keen interest in leadership and business development.

Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered.

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Working at Flint Bishop

“My first three months at Flint Bishop have far surpassed my expectations. The quality of work and responsibility I have been given from day one has been second-to-none.

“I have felt like a truly valued member of the Commercial team and the entire firm from my first day and every day since. There is a real opportunity for growth and development at Flint Bishop, with each member of staff being incredibly supportive in all aspects of the job.

“With the firm growing at its current rate it’s a really exciting time to be here and there is a real buzz every day, I look forward to see what the future holds for me here.”

George Ottewell

Commercial & Data Protection Legal Assistant

“After joining the firm as a solicitor in the Licensing team in 2017, I was promoted to Associate in 2020 and to Senior Associate in 2021, which shows the great career progression opportunities available to all employees.

“Since day one, I have been exposed to high-quality work with market-leading clients and I have been fully supported to build my career and to develop new ideas, not just for the department, but firm-wide. For a strong regional law firm, there is still that personal approach in everything that is done, which makes you feel valued and more determined to succeed.”

George Domleo

Licensing Senior Associate

“I joined Flint Bishop in June 2017 having already spent five years in the legal industry as a marketing manager. It was a perfect career move opportunity for me, joining a well-established and highly respected regional law firm with growth aspirations that matched my own. I am pleased to say that I have definitely made the right choice in joining Flint Bishop and it is encouraging to see that many of my colleagues have worked here for over 20 years.”

Oliver Buckle

Head of Marketing

“I have worked at Flint Bishop since beginning my training with the firm in 2006. They provide a platform for those who are ambitious and demonstrate commitment and capability. The calibre of work quality and types that I deal with would normally be associated with much larger firms, enabling me to work in a firm with a personal feel and approach, but still deliver industry-leading services.”

Nick Wells

Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution

“A few days after joining the firm, the CEO asked me how I felt about my new role and I replied, “why not ask me in 100 days”, which was received with a smile. When we sat down again, at his invitation, after those 100 days had passed, I gave my considered opinion – the firm has great people and its commitment to those staff and to delivering quality work is plain to see.

“Many firms say that they value their staff above all else and that they put their clients first, but at Flint Bishop, these are core values that permeate the business at all levels.

“I’ve worked for leading firms and can say from many years’ experience that what Flint Bishop offers is a rare combination of a progressive and well-run business with a sincere commitment to looking after its people, and that is what breeds loyalty to the firm and makes its offices a welcoming and supportive place to work.

“I work with a great group of people – that the CEO sincerely wanted to know what I thought after 100 days says it all.”

Marc King

Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts Senior Associate

“I joined Flint Bishop to begin my legal career in August 2019. Being with the firm and following the guidance of my supervisors has seen me grow within the profession and helped develop my own knowledge. If you are willing to put everything into your work and career, the management team will nurture you and always be there to guide you and answer any queries you have.

“Opportunities for progression are given if you are committed to the firm. You also have the benefit of working in a nice, friendly work environment, where you can make friends for life. The firm is going from strength to strength, and it is nice to feel settled in a company that matches my ambitions and is constantly striving to be better.”

Liam Wicks

Debt Recovery Senior Legal Assistant

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“The calibre of work entrusted to Flint Bishop speaks for itself, with a range of high-profile clients. Since joining the firm, I have been exposed to a substantial case load, which has provided me with a platform to grow and develop my skills.

“The support given is second-to-none, with management always operating under an open-door policy. Their friendly culture will foster development for anyone willing to put in the time and effort.

“With the firm’s current growth and progressive nature, Flint Bishop is an exciting place to be.”

Sophie Rock

Debt Recovery Team Leader

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“I have found the support of my aspirations has been unwavering, and the firm has helped me not only achieve my own goals but to set my sights higher each time. Not only does Flint Bishop see your potential, but they also help you recognise your own capabilities.

“Being able to work with huge named clients alongside Flint Bishop’s own experts, from department managers to the CEO, ensures that you develop your skills to the highest level, under the best possible guidance.

“Working at Flint Bishop at a time of growth and expansion is incredibly exciting and rewarding, as is working with such a motivated team. I could not ask for a better place to work.”

Mollie Wynn

Designated Debt Recovery Manager

“Since joining Flint Bishop in July 2020 as a senior associate, I have received excellent support and backing for my career. The firm has a fantastic ethos of employee recognition which was evidenced by my promotion to partner in November 2021 and shows the progression that can be made with a career here.

“Coupled with the high-quality service that is provided across the firm and the friendly culture, Flint Bishop really is a great place to work.”

Andrew Stokes

Property Partner

“I joined Flint Bishop in 2015 as a junior private client solicitor. The following year I was invited to join the Associate programme and was assigned a mentor to help guide me through the process, which resulted in promotion to Associate in 2017 and again to Senior Associate in 2019. In 2021 I was promoted to Partner.

“I have been given some fantastic opportunities and a platform to develop and build my career at a pace and level determined by me. There is a very supportive and friendly ethos at Flint Bishop and I have never felt like I was just a number, which is an achievement considering the size of the firm.”

William Harper

Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts Partner

“After working at an international firm for a number of years, my time at Flint Bishop has been a refreshing reminder that business can still be personal.

“After being warmly welcomed into the Flint Bishop family, my first year has been challenging but rewarding.

“When interviewing for the role, I was advised that they offered growth, development and opportunity, both within my role as a solicitor, as well as within the wider business. This has been demonstrated tenfold within the very culture of the firm, with opportunities to be involved in client, operational and product development from a business perspective, but also social, charitable and community activities, both inside and outside of the firm.

“With the continued growth and expansion, I look forward to being a part the next chapter of this innovative firm’s history and the new opportunities on the horizon.”

Jonathan Cox

Insurance Litigation Solicitor

“I have been with Flint Bishop since the start of my legal career in 2012. The firm has allowed me to develop as a lawyer, providing me with the necessary training to qualify as a solicitor in 2018 and be promoted to Associate in 2021. The firm attracts an array of clients and a varied workload. Each department is like its own family and if you ever have a problem, whether work-related or not, there is always someone to talk to.”

Catherine Marksman

Associate & Debt Recovery Manager

“After joining the firm as a solicitor in 2017, my trajectory to partner and head of department in just two years is a great example of the opportunities available for all employees to succeed in their career aspirations. My career has benefited hugely from Flint Bishop’s culture of employee recognition. It is inspiring to work for such a forward-thinking law firm, where I genuinely feel valued and appreciated.”

Louise Easthope

Partner & Head of Employment

“After joining Flint Bishop as Legal Assistant in 2014, I found that I was provided with a platform to develop and turn my role into a lifelong career. Since progressing to Debt Recovery Manager in 2015, I have been provided with excellent support to harness the rapid growth of the department, both in terms of its team size and client base.

“In 2021 I was promoted to Associate, and I know that I made the right choice in applying for the legal assistant role all those years ago. I have been able to work closely with several partners within the firm as well as the CEO, which has been of great benefit to me in helping me get to where I am today.”

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