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£50k To £65k Pa Plus Benefits
Are you a Commercial Property Solicitor looking for a new opportunity?
Malton
£50k To £65k Pa Plus Benefits
Are you a Commercial Property Solicitor looking for a new opportunity?
We are currently recruiting for our client an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor for their Malton office.
This is a vital role in delivering efficient, high-quality legal services within the firms Commercial Property department. Working closely with the Head of Department and Directors, responsible for managing a broad and varied caseload of commercial property transactions.
This includes providing specialist advice on leases, acquisitions, disposals, and development agreements, while ensuring compliance with internal quality procedures and external regulatory requirements.
The position requires a proactive, commercially aware individual with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working within a wider professional team.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Expertise and Transactional Responsibilities
Provide legal advice on commercial property issues, including lease agreements, acquisitions, disposals, development projects, and financing arrangements.
Draft, negotiate, and review a variety of legal documentation, including contracts, leases, licences, and title reports, ensuring clarity and compliance with current legislation.
Conduct detailed due diligence on transactions, raise and respond to legal enquiries, and advise on risk mitigation strategies.
Manage property transactions from instruction to post-completion, liaising with clients, lenders, surveyors, agents, and other professionals to ensure seamless coordination.
Undertake legal research as necessary to inform advice, ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, and stay updated on legislative changes impacting the commercial property sector.
Client Relationship Management and Business Development
Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring a high standard of client care throughout the matter lifecycle.
Participate in marketing initiatives and events, including networking with external stakeholders, referrers, and industry professionals to generate new business.
Work with the firms marketing team to contribute to campaigns, thought leadership, and client-focused initiatives that raise the firm's profile in the commercial property market.
Encourage client loyalty and repeat business by delivering commercially sound, client-focused legal solutions.
Identify market trends and emerging client needs to inform service development and improve the delivery of legal solutions.
Team Collaboration and Cross-Departmental Support
A collaborative and communicative approach is essential to support firm-wide objectives and maintain an integrated service offering.
Work closely with colleagues across the property and corporate teams to provide a joined-up service for clients with cross-disciplinary needs.
Supervise, delegate to, and mentor legal assistants, trainees, and administrative staff, fostering a supportive and high-performing team culture.
Share knowledge and best practices within the team to contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Participate in internal team and interdepartmental meetings to share insights, coordinate workloads, and support departmental goals.
Assist other departments, particularly the Corporate Department, with property-related aspects of wider commercial transactions when required.
Management, Supervision, and Quality Assurance
Oversee the work of junior team members, providing feedback, guidance, and training to aid professional development.
Monitor performance against agreed departmental targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), reporting on progress and identifying improvement opportunities.
Contribute to strategic planning, attending regular departmental meetings to inform decision-making and operational improvements.
Allocate resources effectively to ensure client matters are progressed promptly and efficiently, balancing quality with productivity.
Uphold quality assurance standards by ensuring compliance with the firms policies, procedures, and regulatory obligations.
* Professional Development and Compliance
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of property law, planning regulations, and commercial developments through CPD, legal updates, and industry publications.
* Ensure that all legal work is compliant with SRA regulations, anti-money laundering legislation, GDPR, and the firms internal policies.
* Identify and engage in relevant training and development opportunities to enhance legal, technical, and commercial acumen.
* Encourage a culture of ethical and responsible legal practice within the department and across the firm.
* Proactively seek client and peer feedback to inform personal development and maintain service excellence.
* Any other ad hoc duties
Qualifications & Skills
* Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience in commercial property law
* Proficient in handling a wide range of commercial property matters, including leases, acquisitions, disposals, and development agreements.
* Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
* Familiarity with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Code of Conduct and other relevant regulations.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
* Strong team player with a collaborative approach to work
* Exceptional organisational skills, capable of managing multiple cases simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Law Practice
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