Head of Legal (Property & Estates) in Reading

Job description

Great role working for a high profile company, which offers the opportunity to establish a strong property legal function which is capable of supporting the strategic growth of the business.

Great benefits on offer to include a very generous holiday allowance.

We are seeking a strategic legal leader to provide expert property and general legal advice to the Board and executive team. This role will offer guidance on a broad range of legal and strategic risks, ensuring cross-business alignment and delivery of key priorities and outcomes.

You will lead the Property Legal team, fostering a high-performance culture, shaping team strategy, and ensuring effective resource management. Working closely with the General Counsel and senior leadership, you will support decision-making at the highest level and champion best practice across the organisation.

Externally, you will manage key stakeholder relationships, lead complex negotiations, and represent the business with professionalism and integrity.

Experience needed

• A legal leader who has experience in leading a complex legal function, and able to manage change effectively.
• A qualified lawyer with excellent commercial property experience acquired both in private practice and/or in-house.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Reading

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

06-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English