Job Title: Commercial Property Solicitor
Location: Birmingham
Salary: DOE
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role:
Our client, a well-established and growing law firm in Birmingham, is seeking a proactive and client-focused Commercial Property Solicitor to join their expanding Property team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of high-quality commercial property matters, working closely with developers, landlords, tenants, investors, and corporate clients across the West Midlands and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a full caseload of commercial property transactions, including:
* Sales and purchases of freehold and leasehold properties
* Landlord and tenant matters (granting, renewing, assigning, and terminating leases)
* Commercial refinancing and secured lending
* Development agreements and options
* Licences to assign, alter, or underlet
* Draft and negotiate complex contracts, leases, and supporting documentation
* Carry out due diligence including title investigation, searches, and Land Registry applications
* Provide practical and commercially sound legal advice to clients
* Build and maintain strong client relationships and develop new business where possible
* Liaise with agents, lenders, counsel, and other professionals
* Support senior fee earners or supervise junior staff, depending on experience.
Candidate Requirements:
* Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (minimum 2 years PQE preferred)
* Strong technical knowledge of commercial property law
* Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
* Commercial awareness and strong client care ethos
* Ability to manage files with minimal supervision
* Comfortable working in a collaborative and busy team environment
* Experience with case management systems and digital workflows is an advantage.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary (DOE) with regular reviews
* Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Friendly, inclusive working culture
Interested?
If you think this is the role for you, please contact Gaby on 07748 846629 or email gabriella.farebrother-dunn@simpsonjudge.co.uk for a confidential discussion.