Overview
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York. Negotiable salary DOE. Are you a Commercial Property Solicitor looking for a new opportunity? This role is based in the York office and involves delivering efficient, high-quality legal services within the firm\'s Commercial Property department. You will work closely with the Head of Department and Directors, managing a broad and varied caseload of commercial property transactions, including leases, acquisitions, disposals, and development agreements, while ensuring compliance with internal quality procedures and external regulatory requirements.
The position requires a proactive, commercially aware individual with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working within a wider professional team.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Expertise and Transactional Responsibilities
* Provide legal advice on commercial property issues, including lease agreements, acquisitions, disposals, development projects, and financing arrangements.
* Draft, negotiate, and review a variety of legal documentation, including contracts, leases, licences, and title reports, ensuring clarity and compliance with current legislation.
* Conduct detailed due diligence on transactions, raise and respond to legal enquiries, and advise on risk mitigation strategies.
* Manage property transactions from instruction to post-completion, liaising with clients, lenders, surveyors, agents, and other professionals to ensure seamless coordination.
* Undertake legal research as necessary to inform advice, ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, and stay updated on legislative changes impacting the commercial property sector.
Client Relationship Management and Business Development
* Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring a high standard of client care throughout the matter lifecycle.
* Participate in marketing initiatives and events, including networking with external stakeholders, referrers, and industry professionals to generate new business.
* Work with the firm\'s marketing team to contribute to campaigns, thought leadership, and client-focused initiatives that raise the firm\'s profile in the commercial property market.
* Encourage client loyalty and repeat business by delivering commercially sound, client-focused legal solutions.
* Identify market trends and emerging client needs to inform service development and improve the delivery of legal solutions.
Team Collaboration and Cross-Departmental Support
* A collaborative and communicative approach is essential to support firm-wide objectives and maintain an integrated service offering.
* Work closely with colleagues across the property and corporate teams to provide a joined-up service for clients with cross-disciplinary needs.
* Supervise, delegate to, and mentor legal assistants, trainees, and administrative staff, fostering a supportive and high-performing team culture.
* Share knowledge and best practices within the team to contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
* Participate in internal team and interdepartmental meetings to share insights, coordinate workloads, and support departmental goals.
* Assist other departments, particularly the Corporate Department, with property-related aspects of wider commercial transactions when required.
Management, Supervision, and Quality Assurance
* Oversee the work of junior team members, providing feedback, guidance, and training to aid professional development.
* Monitor performance against agreed departmental targets and KPIs, reporting on progress and identifying improvement opportunities.
* Contribute to strategic planning, attending regular departmental meetings to inform decision-making and operational improvements.
* Allocate resources effectively to ensure client matters are progressed promptly and efficiently, balancing quality with productivity.
* Uphold quality assurance standards by ensuring compliance with the firm\'s policies, procedures, and regulatory obligations.
Qualifications & Skills
* Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 2 years\' post-qualification experience in commercial property law
* Proficient in handling a wide range of commercial property matters, including leases, acquisitions, disposals, and development agreements.
* Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
* Familiarity with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Code of Conduct and other relevant regulations.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
* Strong team player with a collaborative approach to work
* Exceptional organisational skills, capable of managing multiple cases simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
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