Job Description
Commercial Property Solicitor
Location: Hybrid / London
PQE: Minimum 5 years' PQE (England & Wales)
Salary: Market Rate
My client is seeking an experienced, commercially astute Commercial Property Solicitor to join their growing and highly regarded team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of high-quality commercial property matters while playing a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of the department.
The successful candidate will be confident, proactive, and capable of taking ownership of their caseload, delivering practical and commercially focused advice to clients. They will thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, contributing to both team success and the ongoing development of the practice.
The Commercial Property team advises on a broad range of matters for an impressive client base and has built a strong reputation as a trusted name within the industry. As they continue to grow, they are committed to strengthening this reputation and expanding their offering. They take pride in delivering an exceptional standard of client service. In response to increased demand, they are expanding their team to ensure they continue to provide the high levels of responsiveness, expertise, and care that their clients expect.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor seeking both autonomy in their work and the chance to be part of a supportive, dynamic, and growing team.
Key Responsibilities
The role will include (but not be limited to):
- Acting on a wide range of commercial property transactions, including:
- Acquisitions and disposals of commercial property (freehold and leasehold)
- Acting for developers on site acquisitions, development schemes, and onward disposals
- Commercial leasing (landlord and tenant), including agreements for lease
- Real estate finance and secured lending transactions, acting for lenders and borrowers
- Investment property matters for portfolio clients
- Managing files from instruction to completion with a high degree of autonomy
- Providing clear, commercial, and solution-focused advice to clients
- Liaising directly with clients, agents, lenders, and other professional advisers
- Supporting Partners on complex, high-value or time-sensitive transactions as required
- Maintaining excellent client service standards and building long-term client relationships
- Contributing to business development initiatives and the wider growth of the department
- Ensuring compliance with SRA, AML, and internal regulatory requirements
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
- Minimum 5 years' PQE with a strong background in commercial property
- Proven experience managing a varied commercial property caseload independently
- Sound technical knowledge with strong commercial and financial awareness
- Experience acting for developers, investors, and/or lenders
- Confident communicator with excellent drafting and negotiation skills
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing deadlines effectively
- Strong client-handling skills with a commercial, business-focused mindset
Personal Specification
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Confidence and credibility when dealing with clients and colleagues
- A proactive, solutions-driven, and commercially minded approach
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment
- A genuine interest in developing client relationships and supporting business growth
- Professionalism, reliability, and a collaborative attitude
Desirable (Not Essential)
- Experience acting on higher-value or complex development and finance transactions
- Exposure to lender-side real estate finance work
- Interest in business development, networking, and client relationship management
What They Offer
- Competitive remuneration package (dependent on experience)
- Benefits including private health insurance and life insurance
- High-quality commercial property work for a strong and diverse client base
- A supportive, collegiate, and commercially focused working environment
- Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing team
