Job Description Junior Commercial Property Fee Earner (1 PQE) Location: Hornchurch area Salary: £35,000–£50,000 DOE High-quality local commercial work with real progression If you’re a junior Commercial Property fee earner who enjoys running matters end-to-end and wants to build depth in landlord and tenant work (without feeling like a small cog), this is a brilliant opportunity with our client in the Hornchurch area. You’ll join a supportive team, get exposure to a steady pipeline of quality instructions, and have clear scope to progress as your experience grows. The Opportunity Our client is looking to hire a Junior Commercial Property Fee Earner (1 PQE) to support continued growth. The focus is on a broad range of commercial property matters with a strong emphasis on shop leases and related landlord and tenant work. Key Responsibilities You’ll manage a varied caseload including: Commercial leases (including shop leases, new leases and renewals) Sales and purchases of commercial property Lease extensions and related advisory work Rent reviews Independent Legal Advice (ILA) where required Liaising directly with clients, agents and other third parties to progress matters efficiently What We’re Looking For To be a strong fit, you’ll ideally have: 1 years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) in Commercial Property UK-qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEx), or demonstrably equivalent UK fee-earning experience UK law firm experience handling commercial property matters (essential) Confidence managing files with appropriate supervision and knowing when to escalate Strong drafting skills and attention to detail across leases and supporting documentation A client-focused approach with clear, professional communication Technical strengths that will help you stand out: Experience with landlord and tenant matters (particularly retail/shop leases ) Familiarity with lease documentation, title review, and transaction management from instruction to completion Comfortable working to deadlines and managing multiple live matters Salary, Location & Working Arrangements Salary: £35,000–£50,000 (dependent on experience) Location: Hornchurch area Working arrangement: Hybrid working may be available depending on experience and team needs (to be confirmed) Benefits Benefits will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates, but you can expect a package that typically includes: Bonus potential (role and firm dependent) 25 days’ annual leave bank holidays (common market standard) Pension contribution Supportive supervision and training to strengthen technical capability Clear progression pathway as the department continues to grow A stable pipeline of work and the chance to develop long-term client relationships Career Progression This role is well-suited to someone who wants to develop into a more senior fee earner position over time. You’ll have the chance to broaden your technical exposure, increase responsibility, and progress as your confidence and capability grows. Apply / Enquire (Confidential) To apply or have a confidential chat, contact: David Hawthorne-Finch Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd (H-FTS) Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com If you’d like, send your CV and a brief note on your current PQE/experience and the type of commercial property work you most enjoy. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.