Commercial Property Lawyer

Vivid Resourcing; Eastbourne; Presencial; GBP 65.000 - 96.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Vivid Resourcing Ltd in Eastbourne is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Lawyer to join a law firm on a locum basis. You will manage a commercial property caseload from instruction to completion, advising clients on property interests and handling leases, consents and related documentation.

The role requires the ability to work independently, meet deadlines and fit into a small team. The assignment offers a clear live caseload and rate details to be confirmed with candidates.

Qualificações

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive in England and Wales.
• Experience handling commercial property matters.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a caseload of commercial property matters, including sales, purchases, leases and renewals.
• Advise clients on acquisitions, disposals and investment and development transactions.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial property documentation (leases, licences, transfers).
• Carry out due diligence and prepare title reports.
• Handle landlord and tenant matters and rent reviews.
• Deal with property finance matters including secured lending.
• Register transactions at HM Land Registry.
• Maintain accurate file notes and deadlines.

Formação

Solicitor (England & Wales)

Legal Executive

Descrição da vaga

Location: Eastbourne, United Kingdom
Contract: Locum

About the role

Our client, a law firm, is looking for a Commercial Property Lawyer to join their team in Eastbourne on a locum basis. The role involves managing a commercial property caseload and supporting the team with a steady flow of client work.

You will take conduct of matters from instruction through to completion, advising a range of commercial clients on their property interests. The position suits a lawyer who is comfortable running their own files, working with minimal supervision and settling into a team quickly.

The successful candidate will bring sound technical knowledge, good judgement and a practical, client-focused approach. This is a hands‑on assignment where your experience will be put to work from the outset.

Main responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of commercial property matters, including sales, purchases, leases and lease renewals
• Advise clients on acquisitions, disposals and investment and development transactions
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial property documentation, including leases, licences and transfers
• Carry out due diligence, including investigation of title, searches and enquiries, and prepare reports on title
• Handle landlord and tenant matters, including licences for alterations, assignments and rent reviews
• Deal with property finance matters where required, including secured lending
• Deal with registration at HM Land Registry and the completion of transactions
• Maintain accurate file notes, deadlines and case records in line with firm procedures
• Keep clients informed and handle queries with clarity and care
• Comply with regulatory, compliance and file management requirements

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive in England and Wales
• Relevant experience handling commercial property matters
• Sound knowledge of commercial property law and conveyancing practice
• Experience managing a caseload independently and working to deadlines
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client communication skills
• The ability to work from Eastbourne

The offer

• A locum role based in Eastbourne
• Duration and rate to be confirmed with candidates

If you are an experienced commercial property lawyer looking for a locum assignment in Eastbourne, this role offers a clear scope and a live caseload to get stuck into.