Commercial Solicitor Team Leader
CV-LibraryBristol, City of BristolpermanentPosted: 16 October 2026
Apply NowMy client, a growing and established law firm based in Bristol, is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor or legal professional to lead and support its Commercial Property team.
The role involves managing a varied commercial property caseload, overseeing day-to-day team operations and delivering a high standard of client service while supporting the development and performance of the wider department.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a varied commercial property caseload, ensuring matters progress efficiently and deadlines are met.
• Provide legal advice and oversee the preparation of transaction documentation.
• Lead the team’s day-to-day operations, allocating workloads and monitoring performance.
• Supervise, support and develop team members through guidance and feedback.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, lenders, solicitors and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with AML, risk assessments, file reviews and internal procedures.
• Monitor file progression, departmental targets and case management systems.
• Promote effective communication, collaboration and continuous improvement across the team.
Essential Requirements
• Qualified Solicitor or equivalent legal professional with a current practicing certificate, where applicable.
• Proven experience managing a commercial property caseload.
• Experience supervising, supporting or guiding colleagues in a legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of commercial property transactions and associated compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent drafting and attention to detail.
• A professional and client-focused approach, with sound judgement and discretion.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and electronic legal case management systems.
• The ability to remain calm, effective and organised in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Requirements
• Previous formal team leadership or line management experience.
• Management or leadership training.
• Experience using HM Land Registry digital services, electronic filing systems and legal dictation software.
Benefits
• Convenient North Bristol location.
• Free on-site parking.
• Excellent public transport links.
• Paid bank holidays.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
The role involves managing a varied commercial property caseload, overseeing day-to-day team operations and delivering a high standard of client service while supporting the development and performance of the wider department.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a varied commercial property caseload, ensuring matters progress efficiently and deadlines are met.
• Provide legal advice and oversee the preparation of transaction documentation.
• Lead the team’s day-to-day operations, allocating workloads and monitoring performance.
• Supervise, support and develop team members through guidance and feedback.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, lenders, solicitors and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with AML, risk assessments, file reviews and internal procedures.
• Monitor file progression, departmental targets and case management systems.
• Promote effective communication, collaboration and continuous improvement across the team.
Essential Requirements
• Qualified Solicitor or equivalent legal professional with a current practicing certificate, where applicable.
• Proven experience managing a commercial property caseload.
• Experience supervising, supporting or guiding colleagues in a legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of commercial property transactions and associated compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent drafting and attention to detail.
• A professional and client-focused approach, with sound judgement and discretion.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and electronic legal case management systems.
• The ability to remain calm, effective and organised in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Requirements
• Previous formal team leadership or line management experience.
• Management or leadership training.
• Experience using HM Land Registry digital services, electronic filing systems and legal dictation software.
Benefits
• Convenient North Bristol location.
• Free on-site parking.
• Excellent public transport links.
• Paid bank holidays.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful