Commercial Property Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join the Reading-based Real Estate team. This role involves managing a diverse workload including drafting and negotiating contracts, reviewing title, and business development. The candidate should have solid real estate experience, strong technical skills, and a collaborative approach to client relationships. This position offers significant autonomy and exposure to high-value transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience from a reputable firm in real estate law.
• Strong ability in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Interest in business development and client relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Handle contracts, leases, and transfers.
• Review title and raise enquiries.
• Attend meetings and contribute to business development.

Skills

Solid real estate experience

Strong technical skills

Commercial awareness

Ability to communicate complex issues

Collaborative approach

Job description

Job title: Commercial Property Solicitor

Location: Reading

Salary: £60,000-£78,000+ DOE

PQE Level: 3+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

Job Summary

A highly regarded regional firm is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its Reading‑based Real Estate team. The practice advises investors, developers, banks, occupiers, local authorities and charities, offering exposure to a broad mix of public and private sector work. The role includes retail leases and agreements, mixed‑use development matters, due diligence, and supporting senior fee‑earners on high‑value transactions in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

You will handle a varied workload, from drafting and negotiating contracts, leases and transfers to reviewing title, raising enquiries, liaising with counterpart lawyers, attending meetings and contributing to business development. The position offers strong opportunities for autonomy, client contact and long‑term relationship building.

Qualifications

Candidates should bring solid real estate experience from a reputable firm, strong technical skills, commercial awareness and the ability to communicate complex issues clearly. A collaborative, adaptable and motivated approach, along with an interest in developing both technical and business development skills, will be key to success.

Contact

(e) [e-mail]

(m) 07921 895 776

(t) 0117 917 1864

(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.