Commercial Property Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Peterborough seeks an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor with over 4 years PQE. You will manage high-value transactions, build client relationships, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role offers hybrid working, 25 days holiday, and career progression opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess strong expertise in commercial property matters and effective team collaboration skills.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25 days' holiday

Pension scheme

Death-in-service benefit

Critical illness insurance

Eye care vouchers

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in a reputable firm.
• Experience managing complex transactions.
• Desirable additional experience in agricultural property.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-value commercial property transactions.
• Manage caseload including leases and acquisitions.
• Maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Strong technical expertise across commercial property matters

Ability to manage complex transactions

Independent working

Team collaboration

Professional and organized

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Overview

Commercial Property Solicitor/Legal Executive – Peterborough 4 years+ PQE

Salary: £50,000 - £70,000

Location: Peterborough

Firm: Multi office regional firm

Experience: 4+ PQE

Work Options: Hybrid/Flexible

Oculus Legal Group is currently working with a well-regarded Multi-Office Regional law firm looking to expand its Commercial Property team. Due to an increase in work, this firm is seeking a skilled and ambitious Commercial Property Solicitor to join its growing team. The firm prides itself on high-quality work, a collaborative environment, and a strong reputation in the regional and national markets.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of high-value and complex commercial property transactions.
• Manage a caseload including commercial leases/occupiers (grants, surrenders, assignments, LTA 1954 renewals), freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals, grants of easements, options, overage, and property finance.
• Advise on conditional sale agreements, site assembly, ransom strips, sub-station leases, and promotion agreements.
• Act for landowners in sales to developers, demonstrating knowledge of developer requirements.
• Maintain and build strong client relationships, working closely with colleagues and external professionals.
• Provide advice and assistance within the team, fostering knowledge development.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and requirements.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 4+ years PQE in a reputable firm.
• Strong technical expertise across a range of commercial property matters.
• Experience managing complex transactions and meeting time and billing targets.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, organised, competent, and ambitious.
• Additional experience in agricultural property work is desirable.

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• 25 days' holiday (plus statutory holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Death-in-service/life assurance benefit
• Critical illness insurance
• Eye care vouchers
• Clear career progression with structured development

Next Steps

If you are a motivated and talented Commercial Property Solicitor looking to join a leading law firm, please get in touch.