Leasehold Enfranchisement Head of Department | London, City |Leading L500 Firm
The Firm:
This is an opportunity to join a progressive, specialist law firm based in the City of London, with a strong reputation in property litigation and enfranchisement work. Acting for a broad client base—including landlords, managing agents, and private individuals—the firm is known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice.
The culture is collaborative, ambitious, and people-focused, with a genuine emphasis on development, flexibility, and long-term progression.
The team is in a strong growth phase, and this hire will play a key role in shaping and leading the enfranchisement offering going forward.
The Role:
This is a Head of Department opportunity within the firm’s enfranchisement practice. You will take ownership of a growing and high-quality caseload while also leading the strategic development of the department.
The role will involve handling a mix of landlord and tenant enfranchisement matters, including tribunal applications, court attendance, and advisory work under the 1993 Act. You will also oversee related matters such as Right to Manage claims and service charge disputes.
Alongside your fee-earning responsibilities, you will manage and develop junior team members, drive departmental growth, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the practice.
Why This Role:
- Head of Department position – Lead and grow a specialist enfranchisement team
- Hybrid working from Home- Balance office collaboration with flexibility
- High-quality specialist work – Build and develop a leading niche practice
- Clear autonomy and influence – Shape strategy and departmental direction
- Flexible working culture – Work in a way that suits you
- Supportive, modern environment – Collaborative, social, and forward-thinking firm
The Candidate & Benefits:
- Partner/Head of Department/Legal Director (10+ PQE) with strong enfranchisement experience, ready to step into a leadership role
- Proven technical expertise in leasehold enfranchisement and related property litigation matters
- Experience managing or mentoring junior fee earners desirable
- Commercially minded with an interest in business development and departmental growth
- The role offers a competitive salary, unlimited annual leave, flexible working hours, hybrid working, and genuine long-term progression including leadership autonomy.
Apply now for immediate consideration.