Posted: 19 June
The role
Commercial Real Estate Solicitor (2 PQE) – Manchester – Up too £60,000 + Bonus + Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Real Estate Solicitor (circa 2 PQE) to join a leading UK law firm in Manchester, specialising in investment, asset management and commercial property transactions.
This role sits within a highly regarded Real Estate team, advising investors, landlords, developers and corporate occupiers on a wide range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions and disposals, landlord and tenant work, lease negotiations, portfolio management and asset management.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior solicitor to build a career in commercial property / real estate law, gaining exposure to high-quality investment transactions and asset management work within a collaborative and well-established team.
The Role:
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial property documents, including leases, licences and agreements
- Supporting on investment acquisitions, disposals and asset management transactions
- Advising on landlord and tenant matters and wider property management issues
- Assisting with portfolio management for key real estate clients
- Managing your own caseload with supervision, ensuring matters progress efficiently
- Supporting senior lawyers on complex real estate and corporate support transactions
- Providing clear, commercial and pragmatic legal advice
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
The Candidate:
- Qualified Solicitor with 2 years’ PQE+ in commercial real estate / property law
- Experience of commercial property transactions, asset management or landlord & tenant work
- Strong drafting and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Commercially aware with a pragmatic, client-focused approach
- Ability to manage a varied caseload effectively
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
- Ambitious and keen to develop within a leading Real Estate team
The Benefits and How to Apply:
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
- Hybrid working (typically 2 days in the office) and flexible hours
- 25 days annual leave plus flexible bank holidays, increasing with service
- Option to purchase additional annual leave
- Additional discretionary leave and wellbeing benefits
- Private medical / health cash plan
- Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
- Strong career development and progression opportunities
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact:
Samuel Doughty
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
Mobile: 07961 696703
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