Commercial Property Senior Associate (6+ PQE)
Salary: £75,000–£95,000 + bonus
Location: Harrow area | Autonomy + genuine progression
Our client is a well-established, quality-led law firm where senior lawyers are trusted to run matters properly, build long-term client relationships, and help shape how the team grows. If you’re looking to step away from rigid hierarchy without compromising on the calibre or variety of work, this role offers real autonomy and a clear path forward.
The Opportunity
You’ll manage a broad commercial property caseload and play a key part in the continued development of the team, with the space to bring ideas, improve systems, and strengthen client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Handle a varied caseload of commercial property matters including:
o Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
o Lease extensions and renewals (acting for landlords and tenants)
o Development work, including site set-up and due diligence
o Financing and refinancing (acting for lenders and borrowers)
* Conduct due diligence, title investigations and property searches
* Advise landlords, tenants, developers and investors on rights, obligations and risk
* Ensure compliance with relevant commercial property law and regulatory requirements
* Build strong relationships with clients and referrers and support business development
* Contribute to team growth through input into systems, strategy and service delivery
About You (Requirements)
* Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
* 6+ years’ PQE with strong, current UK commercial property experience
* Confident advising across a mix of landlord & tenant, development and finance work
* Strong technical skills in drafting, negotiation and client handling
* Commercially aware, proactive, dependable, and comfortable working with autonomy
* Motivated by building trusted client relationships and making a visible impact
Location & Working Arrangement
* Harrow area (North West London)
* Working arrangement to be confirmed, with flexibility available where appropriate.
Salary & Benefits
* £75,000–£95,000 (dependent on experience)
* Bonus opportunity
* 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Private medical (or cash plan)
* Professional development support (CPD and training)
* Career progression with a clear route to Senior Associate/Partner level for the right person
Apply / Enquire
For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact David Hawthorne-Finch at Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions (H-FTS):
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com
If you’re open to a chat, send your CV or a short note with your PQE, current location, and the type of commercial property work you most enjoy.
Confidentiality: All applications and enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.
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