Commercial Property Solicitor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 10%

Healthcare package

Dental/eye benefits

Annual flu jab

Birthday off

Gym membership

Counselling service

Comfortable office with massages

Retirement plan

Pet insurance

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions seeks a senior Commercial Property Solicitor in Altrincham to take ownership of a complex caseload within an established UK law firm.

You will work closely with Partners, handling acquisitions, landlord/tenant matters and property disputes while mentoring junior colleagues and maintaining high standards of client care.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales).
• 7+ years’ PQE in commercial property.
• Strong technical and procedural knowledge with autonomy.
• Ability to work at pace and meet deadlines.
• Excellent client care and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied commercial property caseload from instruction through to completion.
• Advise on acquisitions and related transactional matters.
• Handle landlord and tenant work, including new leases, licences to assign and licences for alterations.
• Advise on property-related disputes as part of a broader caseload.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues, sharing knowledge.

Skills

Commercial property

Client care

Autonomous working

Team mentoring

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor

Location: Altrincham

Salary: £60,000 to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits

Experience: 7+ years’ PQE (or equivalent)

If you are a senior commercial property solicitor who enjoys high-quality work, a busy caseload and being part of a team that genuinely cares about clients and colleagues, this is a strong opportunity within an established UK law firm.

Our client is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Solicitor to join an award-winning team. You will take ownership of a complex and varied caseload, while also supporting and sharing your knowledge with more junior members of the team. The role sits within a growing firm of around 50 people, with a clear focus on service quality, organisation and consistency.

This is a senior hire within the commercial property function. You will work closely with the Partner and Head of Commercial Property, helping to deliver a well-run, efficient and well organised team. The work is varied and fast-paced, with exposure to interesting transactions and the autonomy expected at this level.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a varied commercial property caseload from instruction through to completion
• Advising on acquisitions and related transactional matters
• Handling landlord and tenant work, including new leases, licences to assign and licences for alterations
• Advising on property-related disputes as part of a broader caseload
• Dealing with funding arrangements connected to property acquisitions
• Preparing auction contracts and progressing auction sales to tight deadlines
• Identifying legal and commercial risks and advising clients on practical mitigation
• Working collaboratively with other teams to deliver joined-up advice
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through excellent client care and communication
• Prioritising urgent matters effectively while maintaining a high standard of accuracy across multiple live files
• Maintaining accurate and up to date case records
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues, sharing technical and procedural knowledge

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales)
• 7+ years’ PQE (or equivalent) in commercial property
• Strong technical and procedural knowledge and the confidence to run matters autonomously
• Comfortable working at pace and managing competing deadlines
• Strong client care skills and a professional, solutions-focused approach
• A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in supporting junior colleagues

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £60,000 to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits
• Employee bonus scheme (up to an additional 10% of salary annually, subject to T&Cs)
• Healthcare package including 24/7 GP access and annual allowances towards dental, glasses and physio
• Annual eye tests and annual hearing tests
• Death in service (4x salary)Company pension
• Pet insurance (cats and dogs, subject to conditions)
• Counselling service
• Monthly in-office massages (15 minutes per person)
• PureGym membership
• Annual flu jab
• Birthday off work
• 5 days’ sick leave (maximum 2 occasions per year)
• Social perks including Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Prime and Apple News+
• Free conveyancing

Working Arrangements

This is a permanent role within a busy commercial property team.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.