Overview
Prime role of a Commercial Property Solicitor is to undertake fee-earning work, promote the firm’s image and ethos, and adhere to agreed practices and procedures.
Department
Commercial Property
Location
Barnsley, Huddersfield
Salary
Competitive salary, depending on experience
Vacancy type
Full time, permanent
Responsibilities
* Deal with client work as allocated by the Commercial Property Team Leader, following detailed procedures and quality standards with minimal supervision
* Progress all client work expeditiously and keep clients regularly informed on progress and costs
* Exercise high standards of client care at all times, professionally and pleasantly
* Ensure confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information
* Achieve agreed personal and team targets in respect of fee income and chargeable time recording
* Comply with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and Professional Conduct rules
* Maintain clear and precise communication with other personnel
* Maintain good working relationships with external institutions and organisations
* Support, develop and supervise immediate support staff as requested
* Take responsibility for and attend training and self-development activities
* Assist with in-house training to meet Law Society requirements
* Actively promote the firm’s services and image in collaboration with the Team Leader and Partners
* Handle a wide variety of cases day‑to‑day
* Manage own case load and be able to take over cases partway through
* Conduct matters on behalf of clients
* Work as part of the team
* Assist in marketing the firm’s client services as required
* Develop own caseload with support from the Team Leader
Person Specification – Key Skills and Qualifications
* Admission to the Solicitors’ Roll with at least 3 years PQE
* Experience in Commercial Property law of at least 3 years PQE
* Computer skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
Offer
* Competitive salary
* Work‑life balance
* Hybrid working available
* 25 days holiday plus statutory, plus extra days for long service, birthday holiday and Life Admin Days
* Health scheme
* Two non‑contractual bonuses per year
* Pension
* Christmas party get‑togethers
Equal Opportunity
An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other consideration prohibited by law.
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