Commercial Property Senior Associate

Henderson Scott; Witney; Presencial; GBP 90.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Henderson Scott is seeking a Senior Associate or Salaried Partner to lead a developing commercial property practice within a growing regional law firm. You will manage a full caseload, advise on acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development transactions, and play a key role in business development and mentoring junior lawyers.

The role offers clear routes for career progression, opportunities to shape strategy, and to expand the firm’s presence in the local market.

Formación

• Qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in commercial property law.
• Ability to independently manage a broad commercial property caseload.
• Strong technical expertise across acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant, and development matters.
• Experience acting on secured lending transactions.
• Commercially minded with strong client and market awareness.
• Proven business development and networking experience.
• Leadership qualities with interest in mentoring and team development.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a full and varied caseload of commercial property matters.
• Advise clients on acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold properties.
• Handle landlord and tenant matters, including lease negotiations and renewals.
• Work on development transactions, including option agreements and promotion agreements.
• Advise lenders and borrowers in secured lending transactions.
• Drive business development and build relationships with local referrers, agents, developers, and business contacts.
• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to departmental strategy and growth plans.
• Play a leading role in expanding the firm's commercial property offering.

Conocimientos

Commercial Property Law

Business Development

Team Leadership

Mentoring

Client Relationship Management

Educación

Qualified Solicitor

Commercial property expertise

Descripción del empleo

Senior Associate / Salaried Partner - Commercial Property

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join a growing and ambitious law firm at Senior Associate or Salaried Partner level. This role offers the chance to play a key part in the development of an expanding commercial property practice, with genuine scope to influence strategy, build a team, and contribute to the long-term growth of the department.

The successful candidate will manage a broad range of high-quality commercial property work while taking an active role in business development and strengthening the firm's presence across the local market.

The Role

• Manage a full and varied caseload of commercial property matters.
• Advise clients on acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial properties.
• Handle landlord and tenant matters, including lease negotiations and renewals.
• Act on development transactions, including option agreements, promotion agreements, conditional contracts, and overage arrangements.
• Advise lenders and borrowers in secured lending transactions.
• Drive business development initiatives and build relationships with local referrers, agents, developers, and business contacts.
• Support and mentor junior lawyers within the team.
• Contribute to departmental strategy, growth plans, and wider management decisions.
• Play a leading role in developing and expanding the firm's commercial property offering.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in commercial property law.
• Proven ability to independently manage a broad commercial property caseload.
• Strong technical expertise across acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant work, and property development matters.
• Experience acting on secured lending transactions.
• Commercially minded with a strong understanding of client needs and market opportunities.
• Demonstrable business development and networking experience.
• Strong leadership qualities with an interest in mentoring and team development.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and client relationship management skills.
• Able to work effectively under pressure while consistently delivering a high standard of service.
• Ambitious, proactive, and motivated to contribute to the continued growth of a successful practice.

What's on Offer?

• Senior Associate or Salaried Partner level appointment.
• High-quality commercial property work across a diverse client base.
• Opportunity to shape and grow a developing regional practice.
• Clear route for career progression and future leadership opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• A genuine opportunity to influence strategy and contribute to the long-term success of the department.

This position would suit an ambitious Commercial Property Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a growing firm where they can build their profile, develop client relationships, and play a pivotal role in the expansion of a successful property team.

For further information, please contact Cameron Nash on 07789 377408 or email.