An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Property Lawyer to join a growing and busy department. The successful candidate will manage a full caseload of commercial property matters from start to completion. This role is ideal for a motivated, client-focused solicitor or legal executive who is keen to play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services within a friendly, supportive team. The firm has a long-established reputation for providing professional yet approachable advice across a broad range of legal services for both individuals and businesses.
Responsibilities
• Manage a caseload of commercial property matters, including property investment, commercial acquisitions (including development) and sales, as well as commercial lease work.
• Handle files from initial instruction through to completion, ensuring excellent service throughout.
• Draft, review, and approve legal documentation, including contracts and transfer deeds.
• Provide clear, concise, and responsive legal advice to clients.
• Work diligently and in accordance with professional standards, including those set by the SRA, Lexcel, and CQS.
• Take responsibility for ongoing professional development, keeping up to date with relevant changes in law and practice.
• Support the firm’s marketing and business development strategy, including attending networking and industry events where appropriate.
• Carry out additional duties that contribute to the growth and effective operation of the department and wider business.
Requirements
• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience within a busy commercial property department.
• Strong legal knowledge and a solid understanding of conveyancing processes.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and hit the ground running.
• Strong IT skills.
• Knowledge of Lexcel, SRA Standards & Regulations, and Money Laundering Regulations.
• Demonstrates integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Benefits
• days’ holiday plus an additional day for your birthday, with annual increases for length of service.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Free parking.
• Private medical care (after completion of probation).
• Long service awards.
• Pension scheme.
• Dress-down day on the last working day of each month.
• Free or subsidised legal fees.
• Training and professional development support.
• Company sick pay.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Flu jab voucher.
• Refer-a-friend scheme.