Commercial Property Senior Solicitor/Associate - Edinburgh

Service Care Legal; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Scottish law firm in Edinburgh is seeking a talented Commercial Property Senior Solicitor/Associate to join their respected team. The role involves managing diverse property transactions, drafting legal documents, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have 4-6 years of PQE with strong client relationship skills and a proactive approach to business development. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 9 public holidays

Pension scheme

Death in Service Benefit

Enhanced family policies

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage complex cases independently.
• Strong technical expertise in commercial property transactions.
• Confident communication style and experience mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial property transactions.
• Draft and negotiate property documents.
• Attend client meetings and build relationships.

Skills

Commercial property transactions

Client relationship management

Business development

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4-6 years PQE)

Job description

Overview

Service Care Legal are currently working with a leading Scottish law firm who are seeking a talented and motivated Commercial Property Senior Solicitor / Associate to join their busy Edinburgh office. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly respected Commercial Property team, working on a range of high-quality transactions including acquisitions, disposals, development, leasing, and finance work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial property transactions, including:
• Sales and purchases
• Leasing for both landlords and tenants
• Development work and site acquisitions
• Security transactions for lenders and borrowers
• Draft and negotiate missives, option agreements, development agreements and other property documents
• Examine and report on titles and other key documents
• Attend client meetings and build long-term relationships
• Supervise and mentor junior team members as required

Qualifications

• 4-6 years PQE as a Qualified Solicitor with strong technical expertise in commercial property transactions
• Proven ability to manage complex caseloads independently, while meeting and exceeding fee targets
• Strong client relationship skills, with a confident communication style and experience mentoring junior staff
• Commercially focused team player with a proactive approach to business development and networking

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (discussed upon application)
• 25 days holiday plus 9 fixed public holidays
• Long service holidays starting after 5 years
• Pension scheme
• Death in Service Benefit (if enrolled in the pension scheme)
• Enhanced family policies following continuous service

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role and meet the criteria, please send your CV and current salary details to:(url removed) or call on: (phone number removed).

We also welcome referrals for this position if they are new to SCS, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250