Commercial Property Lawyer

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Margate; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in East Kent is seeking a skilled Commercial Property Lawyer to join their team. This role involves drafting contracts, managing property transactions, and expanding client services. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in commercial property law and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary is offered, along with benefits including remote work options and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus paid bank holidays

Hybrid work model

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Car parking and season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in commercial property law.
• Demonstrable expertise in handling complex and high-value property transactions.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contracts contingent on planning approvals.
• Handle sales and acquisitions of property.
• Manage asset transactions, both sales and purchases.

Skills

Commercial conveyancing

Complex property transactions

Client communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or licensed conveyancer

Job description

Overview

KHR are partnered with one of East Kent’s leading legal practices; who have a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Property Lawyer to join their well-established firm known for its excellent client relationships and local market leadership.

This role is ideal for someone with significant expertise in commercial conveyancing who is seeking a role within a progressive and client-focused practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating contracts contingent on planning approvals
• Handling sales and acquisitions of property
• Managing asset transactions, both sales and purchases
• Overseeing overage agreements and option contracts
• Facilitating commercial lending processes
• Managing leases, including granting and assignment
• Running day-to-day transactions independently while supporting the team with property development cases
• Representing a range of clients, including developers, occupiers, high-net-worth individuals, retailers, lenders, and borrowers
• Expanding and enhancing the firm’s commercial client services

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or licensed conveyancer with substantial experience in commercial property law
• Demonstrable expertise in handling complex and high-value property transactions
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment, ensuring attention to detail and excellent client care
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Competitive salary on offer depending on experience.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus paid bank holidays
• Hybrid, 2 days per week WFH maximum once 6-month probation is passed
• Pension scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Car parking and season ticket loans where applicable

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KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd

Become part of our in-house talent pool and be in the first place our team of Consultants search.

How to apply

• Attach Your CV
• Preferred time to be contacted:
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening