Commercial Property Solicitor

Simpson Judge Ltd; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established commercial law firm in Leicester seeks a Commercial Property Solicitor. You will manage your caseload of commercial property matters, such as acquisitions and leases, while maintaining strong client relationships. This role is ideal for those with solid commercial property experience, preferably 3-5 years’ PQE. The firm offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for long-term career progression within a busy team that values high-quality work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

33 days’ annual leave including bank holidays

Standard pension scheme

Private medical healthcare

Long-term career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid commercial property experience ideally in a recognized team.
• 3-5 years' PQE preferred, all levels considered.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Proactive and commercially aware.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of freehold and leasehold matters.
• Draft and negotiate commercial leases.
• Advise clients on commercial property issues.

Skills

Commercial property experience

Client-focused approach

Autonomy in caseload management

Business development skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor

Leicester | Hybrid Working Available
3-5 PQE ideal, but all levels considered

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Property Solicitor to join a busy and expanding Commercial Property department within a well-established commercial law firm based in Leicester.

The team advises a broad and high-quality client base, including national organisations and prominent regional businesses, on a wide range of commercial real estate matters. The work is varied and engaging, covering both freehold and leasehold transactions across multiple sectors.

The Role

The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of commercial property matters, including:

• Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
• Landlord and tenant matters
• Drafting and negotiating commercial leases and associated documentation
• Advising business clients on a range of commercial property issues

You will be expected to deliver a high standard of technical advice and client care, while building and maintaining strong client relationships. There will also be opportunities to support business development and the growth of existing client relationships.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with solid commercial property experience, ideally gained within a recognised commercial property team
• 3-5 years’ PQE preferred, though candidates at all levels will be considered
• Able to manage a caseload with a good degree of autonomy
• Commercially aware, proactive and client-focused
• Interested in long-term career development within a growing team

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Hybrid working options
• 33 days’ annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Standard pension scheme
• Private medical healthcare after 12 months’ service
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities

This role offers the chance to join a strong commercial property team with high-quality work, flexibility, and clear progression.

Please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge if this position is of interest to you