Job Description
The Opportunity
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a senior commercial property solicitor to join a growing and ambitious business at Associate Director or Director level.
Due to increasing client demand and long-term growth plans, the firm is looking for an experienced commercial real estate lawyer to lead and develop its commercial property offering in Manchester.
This is a genuine platform role with the opportunity to shape and grow a team, develop key client relationships and play a major part in the wider growth of the business, with full backing from a well-established professional services group and existing referral network.
Director level within the business is comparable to Partner level within a more traditional law firm structure, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a senior leadership position with real autonomy and influence.
The role would suit a commercially minded senior lawyer looking for more autonomy, leadership responsibility and the opportunity to build something long term.
The Role
You will play a key role in the development and leadership of the commercial property team, advising on a broad range of real estate matters while helping drive the growth of the practice.
Work will include:
- Acquisitions and disposals
- Landlord and tenant matters
- Commercial leases and licences
- Portfolio management
- Property finance transactions
- Real estate support on corporate transactions including M&A and demergers
You will also:
- Help shape the strategy and direction of the commercial property offering
- Develop and grow client relationships across existing and new business
- Work closely with colleagues across the wider business and professional network
- Mentor and support junior lawyers within the team
- Take an active role in business development, networking and profile-raising activities
Experience dealing with distressed real estate matters would be advantageous but is not essential.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
- Around 8+ years' PQE in commercial property
- Strong technical experience across a broad range of commercial real estate matters
- Experience supporting corporate transactions from a real estate perspective
- Background in property finance work would be beneficial
- Comfortable supervising junior lawyers and helping develop a team
- Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills
- Interest in business development and growing a practice
Experience within the healthcare or education sectors would be advantageous but is not essential.
The Firm
The business offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment with strong existing referral networks and genuine scope for progression.
You will be joining a business that is continuing to invest heavily in growth, people and long-term development.
