Senior Associate – Commercial Property
Salary: £75,000–£95,000 + Bonus
Location: Harrow area | Clear route to Head of Department
If you’re a Commercial Property solicitor who’s ready to step up, this is a rare chance to join our client in a genuinely senior position with a defined pathway into a Head of Department role. You’ll inherit quality work, have real influence over how the department develops, and be trusted to lead from the front, not just “support” from the sidelines.
The Opportunity
This role suits someone who enjoys running matters end-to-end, building strong client relationships, and wants a seat at the table when it comes to shaping a team’s future. Our client is looking for a Senior Associate who can combine technical strength with leadership potential and commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing a varied Commercial Property caseload from instruction through to completion
* Advising clients clearly and commercially, with a focus on long‑term relationships
* Supporting and mentoring junior fee earners (and stepping into wider leadership as you grow)
* Contributing to business development and department growth, including networking and referrals
* Helping drive standards, processes, and consistency across the team
What Our Client Is Looking For
To be considered, you’ll ideally have:
* 5+ years’ PQE in Commercial Property within a UK law firm
* Strong experience handling a range of Commercial Property matters, such as:
o Commercial leases (landlord and tenant)
o Acquisitions and disposals
o Refinancing and secured lending support
o Development matters (desirable)
* Proven ability to manage files independently with minimal supervision
* Excellent client care and a confident, professional communication style
* Leadership potential: mentoring, supervising, or an interest in stepping into management
Salary, Location & Working Arrangement
* Salary: £75,000–£95,000 (dependent on PQE and experience) + bonus potential
* Location: Harrow area (details shared at shortlist stage)
* Working arrangement: Hybrid working available (typically office‑led with flexibility, depending on team needs and seniority)
Benefits
Alongside hybrid working, you can expect a strong overall package, typically including:
* Bonus / performance‑related incentives
* Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
* Ongoing training and leadership development to support progression
* Clear progression plan toward Head of Department for the right person
Career Progression
This is not a “title‑only” Senior Associate role. Our client is hiring with succession in mind, and the successful candidate will have a clear opportunity to progress into Head of Department as the team grows.
Apply / Enquire
If this sounds like the right next step, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
David Hawthorne‑Finch
Hawthorne‑Finch Talent Solutions Ltd (H‑FTS)
Email: d.hawthorne‑finch@h‑fts.com
If you’d prefer, you can share your CV or simply send a short summary of your current role and what you’re looking for next.
Confidentiality: All applications and enquiries will be handled in strict confidence.
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