Associate Solicitor - Business Property

Lodders Solicitors LLP; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive law firm is seeking an Associate to join their Business Property team in Stratford-upon-Avon. The role involves managing leases, landlord and tenant matters, and commercial property transactions. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to client service. This opportunity includes a competitive salary and excellent benefits within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of post-qualification experience in property law.
• Demonstrated interest in real estate transactions.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and client relationship abilities
• Team player with initiative and drive

Responsibilities

• Draft new leases and renewals.
• Manage landlord & tenant work.
• Assist in commercial acquisitions and disposals.
• Assist in commercial acquisitions and disposals
• Contribute to secured lending work
• Coordinate post‑completion matters and client enquiries
• Maintain client matter schedules
• Participate in business development and publish content
• Engage in continuing professional development activities

Skills

3 to 5 years PQE

Real-estate experience in landlord and tenant work

Commercial approach to problem solving

Strong organisational skills

Confident and effective communication skills

Organization

Job description

About the Role

Lodders is an ambitious and forward-thinking law firm, putting client service and our people at the heart of everything we do. The Business Property team focuses on non-contentious commercial property transactions, advising on acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold properties, portfolio management, secured lending, corporate support, commercial development and investment, and all aspects of landlord and tenant matters.

Responsibilities

• New leases and renewal leases
• Landlord & tenant management work
• Assisting in drafting reports on title and Certificates of Title
• Commercial acquisitions and disposals
• Secured lending work
• Dealing with post‑completion matters
• Handling solicitor and client enquiries, and internal enquiries
• Maintaining client matter schedules for internal and external use
• Participating in and instigating business development activity, including attendance at relevant events and producing content for publication
• Undertaking a range of continuing professional development activities

Qualifications and Skills

• 3 to 5 years PQE
• Real‑estate experience in landlord and tenant work, property transactions, and general commercial real estate (corporate support experience desirable but not essential)
• Demonstrable interest in real estate and the type of work carried out
• Commercial approach to problem solving and providing innovative solutions
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads, work to tight deadlines, keep accurate time records, organise files and carry out administrative tasks
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Confident and effective communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels
• Commercial approach to client service

Preferred Skills

We would like you to have at least 3 years of post‑qualification experience gained with a leading property practice. You will be able to demonstrate a strong intellect, evidenced with a high level of academic achievement, and be someone who shows initiative, drive, and excellent organisational skills. We expect you to be a genuine team player and a great communicator, who enjoys helping and working alongside others. You will be eager to learn, develop and hone your skills to take advantage of the opportunities for career development.

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive salary plus excellent benefits in a thriving culture of collaboration with progression opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are fully committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment, where every individual is valued and respected. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strive to ensure equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and beyond.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Real Estate and Legal Services