Job Description Residential and Commercial Property Solicitor Salary: £50,000–£65,000 Location: Leatherhead Location & Environment • Free on-site parking • Adjacent to town centre and leisure facilities • Inspiring, resource-rich work environment Role Specifics: • Diverse Caseload Management: Lead both commercial and residential property matters with complete autonomy • Strategic Client Advisory: Navigate complex transactions across multiple property sectors • Business Development: Drive firm growth through new client acquisition and relationship building Essential Qualifications Legal Credentials • Qualified Solicitor with current practising certificate • Minimum 7 years PQE with demonstrable expertise in BOTH commercial and residential property law • Outstanding academic credentials from leading institutions Commercial Property Expertise: • Commercial lease negotiations (renewal, assignment, surrender, determination) • Sale and purchase of commercial properties • Granting commercial leases and licences • Complex development work: Options and overage agreements Clawback agreements and planning considerations • Easements and rights of way • Advanced SDLT and VAT knowledge for commercial transactions Residential Property Expertise: • Residential sales and purchases • Leasehold enfranchisement and lease extensions • Specialist transactions: Shared ownership and home equity loans Bridging loans and declarations of trust Home equity release/lifetime mortgages • Newbuild and investment property conveyancing • Unregistered land transactions • Residential letting matters Professional Excellence • Autonomous working style with exceptional strategic judgment • Outstanding client care across diverse client portfolios • Collaborative, resilient, and highly adaptable approach Compensation & Career Growth Competitive Remuneration • Salary Range: £50,000–£65,000 • Performance-linked bonus opportunities • Annual comprehensive salary reviews Professional Development • Unlimited access to Practical Law and LexisNexis • Comprehensive dual-sector training programs • Clear career progression to partnership potentia l • Mentorship from industry-leading specialists Flexible Working Arrangements • Full-time (37.5 hours/week) • Part-time options available (30 hours/week) • Negotiable non-standard hours to suit your lifestyle About Our Client A distinguished law firm with over 20 years of excellence, specializing in property and private client work. CQS and Lexcel accredited with ALEP membership, serving clients nationally and internationally with exceptional, tailored legal services. Ready to Leverage Your Dual Expertise? Contact Mara Watson for a confidential discussion: • M.watson@h-fts.com • 0333 996 2882