Commercial Property Solicitor

Clayton legal; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Chester is seeking a talented Commercial Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive. This full-time role offers the chance to handle a diverse and complex caseload, working with long-standing clients in a supportive and collaborative environment. With a focus on career development and a commitment to flexible working, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their legal careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Join a firm that values its employees and offers clear paths for progression, all while working in a beautiful office setting.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Healthcare plan

Flexible working options

Early Friday finish

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial property law required.
• Strong technical understanding and client-facing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including easements, leases, and sales of commercial properties.
• Work with a diverse client base including landowners and developers.

Skills

Commercial Property Law

Client-facing Skills

Relationship Management

Pressure Management

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Chartered Legal Executive Qualification

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Commercial Property Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

I'm currently recruiting for a fantastic opportunity with a well-established law firm in Chester.

They're looking for a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with over five years of post-qualification experience to join their highly regarded Commercial Property team.

This is a full-time role based in their beautiful Chester office, with hybrid working options available.

The Role

This position offers the chance to work on a high-quality, complex, and varied caseload, including:

1. Easements and wayleaves
2. Sale and purchase of commercial buildings
3. Leases
4. Option agreements and leases
5. Sales of land with development potential, including overage provisions

Experience in agricultural property or property development work would be beneficial, but it is not essential.

You'll be working with a diverse client base, including landowners, developers, and funders - many of whom have been long-standing clients of the firm.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

1. At least five years of experience in commercial property law
2. A strong technical understanding of the field and a passion for career development
3. Excellent client-facing skills with the confidence to build and maintain relationships
4. The ability to manage multiple priorities and work well under pressure

Why Join?

This firm is known for being supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking.

They offer:

1. A competitive salary based on experience
2. 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing with service
3. A healthcare plan & flexible working options after probation
4. An early Friday finish
5. Clear career progression opportunities

If you're looking for a new challenge within a friendly, professional, and well-respected law firm, I'd love to hear from you.

Send across your CV to [e-mail] or call 0151 2301 208 to discuss further.