Are you a commercially focused solicitor eager to progress your legal career in a specialist law firm? This position offers a unique opportunity to join a reputable legal practice known for its expertise and commitment to client service in commercial property, across multiple practice areas. Our client is searching for a confident and detail-oriented legal professional to join their Commercial Property team and take responsibility for a broad range of high-quality commercial property transactions.
The firm operates across multiple offices in the North West and offers a collaborative, flexible, and inclusive working environment. If you are keen to manage your own caseload, enjoy building client relationships, and are committed to delivering tailored legal solutions, this could be your next career move.
Hours: 09:00 – 17:30, hybrid working, permanent role.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE FOR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY LAW CAREERS

• Minimum of two years’ PQE in commercial property (qualified solicitors or experienced legal executives considered).
• Proven experience of managing an independent caseload of commercial property files with minimal supervision.
• In-depth knowledge of current commercial property law, practice, and market developments in England and Wales.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• A practical, business-oriented approach with strong commercial awareness.
• Outstanding client care skills and the ability to foster long-term client relationships.
• Confident communicator, written and verbal, able to adapt to a range of audiences.
• Organised and able to manage workloads, deadlines, and competing priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal practice/case management systems.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SOLICITOR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing a varied caseload of commercial property matters, including but not limited to sales, purchase, acquisitions, disposals, leases (grant and renewal), assignments, development projects, auctions, landlord and tenant matters, and secured lending transactions.
• Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, leases, licences, agreements for sale/purchase, heads of terms, and legal reports.
• Ensuring all due diligence is thoroughly conducted, including title investigation, reviewing searches, and managing risk.
• Acting as a main point of contact for clients – delivering commercially focused, pragmatic advice to landlords, tenants, investors, lenders, developers, and business owners.
• Liaising directly with third parties including other solicitors, agents, surveyors, lenders, and local authorities to progress transactions in a timely and efficient manner.
• Compliance with all SRA and regulatory/AML requirements, ensuring accurate record keeping and completion of post-completion formalities such as registrations and SDLT submissions.

WHY APPLY FOR A COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SOLICITOR ROLE?

• Take ownership of high-quality commercial property work with the support of an experienced and approachable team.
• Exposure to a diverse client base across sectors, enhancing your technical and business development skills.
• Advance your career in a law firm committed to your development