Locum Commercial Property Team Lead

Locum Commercial Property Team Lead (Maternity Cover) – East Midlands – Rate DOELocation: Hybrid – Office presence preferred, but not essential, 1–2 days per weekContract: 12 Month+ Contract (Maternity Cover)Hours: 3–4 days per week (Flexible on days)Hourly Rate: Dependant on ExperienceStart Date: Ideally mid-August (to allow for a handover before mid-September)About the Role:We’re seeking an experienced and qualified solicitor to lead a busy Commercial Property and Regeneration team on a maternity cover basis. You’ll step into a key leadership role within a supportive and growing team, providing vital continuity as the current team lead heads off on maternity leave.This is a broad and varied position focused on commercial and residential property, regeneration projects, and elements of planning and procurement – though you’re not expected to cover every technical area. The team includes 8–9 people.What You'll Be Doing:Providing day-to-day leadership and supervision to a small but high-performing property teamManaging a mixed caseload of commercial and residential property work, with a focus on regenerationRepresenting the team in key meetings – some in-person attendance requiredSupporting junior staff, including oversight and mentoringAbout You: A qualified solicitor with proven experience in commercial property and regeneration workStrong team leadership or supervisory experienceComfortable handling a broad caseload and stepping into strategic conversationsFlexible, pragmatic, and confident in managing competing prioritiesTo discuss the role in more detail, please apply online or contact Phoebe Maries or Felicity Woodbridge on 07441916438 or email via midlandslegal@Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates Due to the large volume of applications, it is impossible to provide feedback for every applicant. If one of the team have not contacted you within 48 hours, then please assume your application has been unsuccessful in this instance. Locum Commercial Property Team Lead (Maternity Cover) – East Midlands – Rate DOE

Created: 2025-07-23