Job Title: Commercial Property Associate
Location: Reading
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Hybrid working (typically 3 days office attendance), supportive and collaborative team environment, excellent career development opportunities
About the Company:
This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded, top 50 national law firm with a strong reputation across its real estate practice. The firm is well known for advising a diverse client base including investors, developers, lenders, occupiers, local authorities and charitable organisations. With a strong regional and national presence, the business is recognised for delivering high-quality, commercially focused legal advice within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Role Summary:
You will join a busy and established Real Estate team based in Reading, working closely with colleagues across multiple offices including London, Southampton, Oxford and Cardiff. The role offers a varied and high-quality caseload spanning both public and private sector work, supporting prestigious clients on complex, high-value property transactions. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of matters while also working collaboratively with senior lawyers, with a clear focus on developing both technical expertise and business development skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial property documents including leases, licences, contracts, transfers and deeds: delivering accurate and commercially sound outcomes for clients
* Undertaking due diligence including title review, search analysis and reporting: ensuring clients are fully informed on risk and opportunity
* Managing elements of transactions independently or alongside senior fee earners: building autonomy and confidence on complex matters
* Liaising directly with clients, counterparties and stakeholders: maintaining strong relationships and smooth transaction progression
* Supporting indemnity insurance arrangements and liaising with brokers/underwriters: ensuring transactional issues are efficiently resolved
* Conducting legal research and contributing to matter strategy: strengthening technical expertise and commercial judgement
* Participating in client meetings and business development activity: developing visibility and long-term client relationships
Requirements:
* Experience in commercial property law gained within a leading regional or national firm
* Strong background in transactional real estate work, including leases and development matters
* Exposure to property development and/or property finance work would be highly desirable
* Confident technical ability with strong attention to detail
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly
* Commercial mindset with a client-focused approach
* Strong team player who is adaptable, resilient and proactive
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