Commercial Property Associate – Oxford (Maternity Cover, Hybrid)

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP in Oxford seeks an experienced Associate/Senior Associate to join our Commercial Property team on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. The role covers investment acquisitions, landlord and tenant and mixed-use development, with a busy practice and opportunities to work on Oxford Colleges. A collaborative, client‑focused and detail‑oriented lawyer is sought, with flexible hybrid working up to 50% from home.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with UK PQE of 3+ years.
• Experience in Commercial Property work.
• Ability to manage matters independently and provide commercially focused advice.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy support.
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative and proactive team working.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied Commercial Property caseload.
• Work on investment acquisitions.
• Act on landlord and tenant matters.
• Assist with mixed-use development projects.
• Support Oxford Colleges related matters.

Skills

Commercial property experience

Client relationship management

Drafting and negotiation

Independent matter management

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP in Oxford seeks an experienced Associate/Senior Associate to join our Commercial Property team on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. The role covers investment acquisitions, landlord and tenant and mixed-use development, with a busy practice and opportunities to work on Oxford Colleges. A collaborative, client‑focused and detail‑oriented lawyer is sought, with flexible hybrid working up to 50% from home.