Job Title: Commercial Property Senior Associate 10 PQE
Salary: DOE and PQE. Salary will be disclosed during our call.
Hours: Full Time. 35 hours.
Location: Bristol, hybrid minimum 2 days in a week. Flexible hours can be accommodated.
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor for a national firm to join their busy Bristol team, specialising in property transactions linked to self-invested pension schemes (SIPPs) and small self-administered schemes (SSASs). You will advise on transactions where commercial properties are held as assets by pension schemes operated or provided by institutional pension providers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage acquisitions, disposals, lettings, development projects, and property finance matters
* Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, leases, security documents, and other associated legal documentation
* Conduct due diligence, resolve title or regulatory issues, and ensure all transactions comply with HMRC pension scheme regulations and statutory requirements
* Provide strategic, commercially-focused advice to trustees and pension providers on property transactions
* Liaise with clients, scheme administrators, trustees, financial advisers, and other professional stakeholders to facilitate smooth and compliant transactions
* Contribute to business development, share expertise within the team, and support the training of junior lawyers
* Work autonomously while collaborating with the team, with opportunities to mentor and supervise junior staff as the practice grows
Experience Required:
* Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales), ideally with at least 10 years post-qualification in Commercial Property, with a strong focus on SIPPs and SSASs
* Proven experience managing and successfully completing pension property transactions from negotiation through to completion
* Skilled in navigating complex transactions and providing commercially-focused, strategic advice
* Strong drafting, negotiation, and client-facing skills
IN RETURN
* Hybrid and flexible working. Work life balance. Ideally you will work at least 2 days from the Bristol office. The firm is very accommodating to life outside of the office and can provide flexible hours if required.
* Healthcare plan, online GP, Gym memberships and mental heath well being access, discounted life insurance and other services discounted.
* Competitive holiday allowance
* Pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Relaxed, collaborative working environment with regular social events.
* Bonus for every new client you bring on board.
* Professional development plans and support.
* Loads more.