Commercial Property Associate

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Solicitor to join on a fixed-term contract. The role sits with a respected national firm, handling a broad CRE workload and advising on acquisitions, disposals, and landlord/tenant matters.

Applicants should have 3+ years PQE, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and a proactive, client-focused approach. The firm offers hybrid and flexible working with opportunities for development and exposure to

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE in Commercial Real Estate
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial property law
• Experience managing matters independently
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and organisational skills
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team
• Proactive and professional approach to work

Responsibilities

• Managing a range of commercial real estate matters from instruction through to completion
• Advising on investment acquisitions and disposals
• Handling landlord and tenant matters, including lease negotiations and asset management work
• Supporting mixed-use development projects
• Drafting and negotiating contracts, leases and ancillary documentation
• Liaising with clients, agents, lenders and other third parties
• Providing commercially focused advice tailored to client needs
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Skills

PQE 3+ years

Commercial Real Estate

Negotiation

Drafting

Client relationships

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Solicitor to join a highly regarded national law firm on a fixed-term contract basis. With a strong reputation in the real estate sector, the firm is known for delivering high-quality legal services to an impressive client base while offering a supportive and collaborative working environment.

The Role

You will join an established Commercial Real Estate team, managing a varied caseload and advising clients on a broad range of property matters. This role offers exposure to high-quality work and the opportunity to work closely with experienced lawyers on complex and rewarding transactions.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a range of commercial real estate matters from instruction through to completion
• Advising on investment acquisitions and disposals
• Handling landlord and tenant matters, including lease negotiations and asset management work
• Supporting mixed-use development projects
• Drafting and negotiating contracts, leases and ancillary documentation
• Liaising with clients, agents, lenders and other third parties
• Providing commercially focused advice tailored to client needs
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE in Commercial Real Estate
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial property law
• Experience managing matters independently
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and organisational skills
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team
• Proactive and professional approach to work

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £75,000 - £90,000
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Exposure to high-quality commercial real estate work
• Opportunity to work with an established and highly respected team
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Excellent quality of work and client exposure

This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Real Estate Solicitor looking to join a well-regarded firm and further develop their career while working on a varied and high-quality caseload.

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