Commercial Property Lawyer - Torquay - 2+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Torquay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South West law firm is looking for an ambitious Commercial Property Lawyer with a minimum of 2 years' PQE to join their busy property team in Torquay. The role involves acting for landlords, advising on contracts, and managing own files. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative environment with generous benefits and clear progression pathways, including team leadership and partnership prospects.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Clear career progression pathways

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in commercial property law.
• Strong technical and drafting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Act for commercial landlords and tenants.
• Advise on commercial contracts.
• Manage own files and ensure compliance.

Skills

Commercial property law experience

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Networking ability

Job description

Commercial Property Lawyer - Torquay - 2+ Years PQE

Location: Torquay

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time (with flexibility)

Salary: £45,000 to £65,000 (depending on experience)

Chadwick Nott are delighted to be working with a highly respected South West law firm seeking an ambitious Commercial Property Lawyer to join its busy property team in Torquay. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative environment, delivering high-quality service to a diverse client base.

The Role

• Acting for commercial landlords and tenants
• Joint venture work, retail and leisure projects
• Acquisitions of development sites for commercial and mixed-use purposes
• Advising on commercial contracts
• Portfolio sales and acquisitions
• Business transfer work (restaurants, guest houses, etc.)
• Project management and cross-team collaboration
• Active participation in marketing and business development
• Managing your own files and ensuring Lexcel compliance

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in commercial property law
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Commercial market awareness and general experience in commercial law
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Enthusiasm for networking and attending external events
• Ambition to progress, with opportunities for team leadership and partnership prospects
• Applications are also encouraged from practitioners with strong potential who may not meet all criteria but can demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£45,000-£65,000 DOE)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible working arrangements (full or part time)
• A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Clear career progression pathways, including associate or partnership prospects
• Recognition for high-quality work and client service
• Comprehensive benefits package

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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Chadwick Nott are delighted to be working with this law firm. The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.