Why join Nelsons?
Nelsons is one of the largest and fastest growing law firms in the East Midlands with experts in Leicester, Derby and Nottingham.
We look to empower our clients, to give them a voice, fight for them, help them seek justice and steer them through complex legal issues they face. The desire to push ourselves forwards to better serve our clients has been a constant throughout our evolution.
Nelsons is a progressive and forward-thinking legal practice with a strong reputation for delivering commercial, practical advice to our clients. Our Commercial Property team plays a key role in supporting clients across a diverse range of sectors, with a growing emphasis on property development and energy-related transactions.
The Role:
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious junior solicitor to join our Commercial Property team. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in property development and energy projects and will be looking to build their expertise in this dynamic and evolving area of law within a more generalised commercial property role.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-quality transactions involving strategic land, renewable energy schemes, and mixed-use developments. You will support partners and senior solicitors across a range of complex, long-term projects with national significance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Advising on and drafting a variety of commercial property documents including leases, conditional contracts (particularly those subject to planning), option agreements, and overage arrangements.
* Assisting with promotion agreements and joint venture agreements, with a planning and development angle.
* Working with landowners and developers on renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and battery storage schemes.
* Supporting transactions involving land assembly, infrastructure planning, and related land law issues.
* Conducting due diligence and managing property portfolios related to energy and development schemes.
* Liaising with planning consultants, surveyors, energy specialists, and other stakeholders as part of the wider project team.
What We Are Looking For:
* NQ to 3 years PQE with a background in commercial property law, preferably with some exposure to development or energy-related work.
* Strong drafting skills and a commercial, problem-solving mindset.
* Interest in the intersection of land, energy, and planning law.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
* A collaborative team player who is also confident working independently where appropriate.
What We Offer:
With a defined vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who have a can-do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.
* A supportive and inclusive team environment with genuine opportunities for progression.
* High-quality, varied work with a focus on strategic growth sectors.
* Ongoing training and development, with attendance at meeting and in person client contact where appropriate
As part of this role, you be given all the tools to succeed and can expect dedicated training, professional support and a host of benefits.
The extras:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
* Healthcare cash plan
* Private Medical Insurance
* Travel benefits
* Pension
* Well-being programme
* Discounts on selected legal service
* Hybrid Working following successful probationary period
With a defined vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who have a can-do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.