Joining the Hakim Group means becoming part of a close-knit family of independent Optical practices across the UK and Ireland.
A career where empowerment, innovation, and unwavering support create a truly fulfilling experience. A career that’s not just fulfilling but a bit like joining a secret club of the happiest eye-care professionals. We are seeking an In-house Property Solicitor to support our ambitious growth journey.
You will also receive:
1. Your birthday off work
2. On-site parking
3. Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
4. Retail discounts
5. Cycle to work scheme
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance
About the Role
Join our dynamic Mergers & Acquisitions team as an In-House Property Solicitor, where you will work alongside seasoned legal professionals in the fastest-expanding optical business in the UK. Be part of our growth story and elevate your legal career in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.
This is a new role, in which you’ll have the opportunity to shape our work processes and contribute to our ongoing growth.
This role is an office-based role at our HQ in Darwen. BB3 1AE
Key Roles & Responsibilities
6. Manage and advise on all aspects of the group’s property transactions, such as:
7. Lease renewals
8. New Sites – new leases, purchases
9. Closure/relocation – lease assignments, surrenders, notices
10. Estate Management – rent reviews, alterations licences
11. Some freehold acquisition work;
12. Assist with Real Estate input into the Group’s M&A activity
13. Support store rollout plans, refits, and lease rationalisation initiatives.
14. Draft, review and negotiate a variety of real estate documentation.
15. Provide legal support and risk-based guidance on property-related issues to Group practices and internal stakeholders. You will act as a key point of contact for property queries from the Estates and Facilities teams
16. Liaise with external counsel, surveyors, planning consultants, and other professionals as necessary
The Ideal Candidate
You are a qualified solicitor in England and Wales, either newly qualified or with up to two years of experience in commercial property law. Ideally, you have worked at a reputable law firm or within an in-house legal team, focusing on commercial real estate transactions. You possess strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, along with commercial awareness and a solutions-oriented approach. You enjoy a varied workload, working both autonomously and collaboratively with business stakeholders. A genuine interest in in-house practice and a solid understanding of property law principles, particularly regarding Landlord and Tenant matters, will be beneficial.