Associate Solicitor

GMP Worldwide; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

GMP Recruitment Agency Limited are recruiting for a respected law firm in Southampton to appoint an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor. You will take ownership of a varied caseload, advising a diverse client base on commercial property matters with a practical, commercially focused approach.

The role offers genuine autonomy, with hybrid working following probation and opportunities to develop client relationships, contribute to business growth and the ongoing success of the department.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with solid Commercial Property experience.
• Ability to manage own caseload independently.
• Strong client service, commerciality and profitability focus.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a varied and complex commercial property caseload.
• Provide clear, practical and commercially focused legal advice.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Keep clients updated on progress, costs and outcomes.
• Support junior fee earners and supervise staff.
• Contribute to department profitability and growth.

Skills

Commercial property

Client relationship management

Business development

Stakeholder management

Mentoring juniors

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Southampton | £55,000 – £65,000 DOE | Hybrid following completion of probation

GMP Recruitment Agency Limited are proud to be supporting a respected and ambitious law firm in Southampton in their search for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded solicitor looking to take ownership of a varied caseload, work closely with an established client base and play an active role in the continued growth and development of the Commercial Property department.

The Role

As a Commercial Property Solicitor, you will manage a varied and interesting caseload, providing high-quality, commercially focused advice to a diverse range of clients.

Your caseload will include:

• Commercial landlord and tenant matters
• Commercial property acquisitions and disposals
• Conditional contracts
• Overages and option agreements
• Property finance
• Development and regeneration matters
• General commercial property transactions and advisory work

You will have the autonomy to manage matters from inception through to completion, while maintaining a strong focus on client service, commerciality and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a varied and complex commercial property caseload.
• Provide clear, practical and commercially focused legal advice.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.
• Keep clients regularly updated regarding progress, costs and outcomes.
• Manage matters efficiently, ensuring deadlines and financial targets are met.
• Maintain accurate time recording, billing and work-in-progress management.
• Contribute towards the profitability and continued growth of the department.
• Support, mentor and supervise junior fee earners and support staff.
• Contribute to team meetings, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Develop relationships with clients, agents and professional referrers.
• Participate in networking and business development activities.
• Support marketing initiatives and identify opportunities to grow existing client relationships.

About You

The successful candidate will be an experienced and qualified Commercial Property Solicitor with strong technical knowledge and the confidence to manage their own caseload with minimal supervision.

You will ideally be:

• A qualified Solicitor with solid Commercial Property experience.
• Commercially aware with a strong client-focused approach.
• Confident managing your own caseload independently.
• An excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable mentoring and supporting junior colleagues.
• Proactive and organised, with strong attention to detail.
• Interested in business development and building long-term professional relationships.
• Committed to delivering a high-quality service and contributing to the wider success of the firm.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working following successful completion of probation.
• A varied and high-quality Commercial Property caseload.
• Genuine autonomy and responsibility within the role.
• The opportunity to develop and strengthen existing client relationships.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent opportunity for long-term career development and progression.
• The chance to play an active role in the continued growth of an ambitious Commercial Property team.

GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd agency are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as a Recruitment Agency