A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join my clients award winning firm in their Gillingham, Kent offices.
Duties:
• Buying and selling freehold and leasehold business premises.
• Advising both landlord and tenants on new leases and lease renewals of commercial premises including a working knowledge of renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.
• Handling lease management documentation such as licences to assign, sublet and alter.
• General commercial landlord and tenant advice and assistance.
• Advising on acquisition of commercial investment properties.
• Sale and purchase of properties at Auction.
• Acquisition of premises and land for future development.
• Commercial property finance.
• Experience dealing with agricultural property would be beneficial.
• Some experience handling transfers of businesses as a going concern is desirable but not essential.
• Financial control with particular regard to cash flow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures.
• Providing assistance to other fee earners within the office/Firm as required particularly during periods of sick leave or holiday absence.
• To minimise risk in dealing with all work and ensure that all files are managed in accordance with the Firm’s risk and file management procedures.
• To carry out all work in accordance with procedures and systems documented in the Office Manual, and the Firm’s training seminar
The Candidate:
• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or equivalent.
• You will be a Commercial Property Solicitor (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years PQE in a similar/relevant role.
• Have knowledge of residential conveyancing.
• Manage own case load with or without support staff
• Utilise the firm’s practice and case management system
• Assist with the marketing of the department
• Train and develop junior staff.
• Strong IT skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
• Competitive Salary
• Progression available
• Training and Development
• Supportive work environment
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment
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