Commercial Property Solicitor

Lithe Consulting Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive law firm in the UK seeks a Commercial Property Solicitor for a flexible role that supports both full-time and part-time work. This position offers a chance to lead a department, advising on various property matters while shaping your career. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with relevant experience. The firm fosters a democratic culture and provides opportunities for growth and development alongside competitive benefits.

Benefits

Statutory holiday allowance plus additional days based on service

Flexible working arrangements

Democratic team culture

Qualifications

• Experience advising landlords and tenants on a range of commercial property matters.
• Ability to handle matters independently and deliver a high standard of client care.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and collaborative working style.
• Desire to develop long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating new lease grants.
• Lease renewals and extensions.
• Property auctions, sales, and purchases.
• Serving formal notices.
• Advising on Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 matters.
• Lease extensions and associated transactional work.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Litigation

Legal Counsel

Mediation Experience

Legal Research

Training & Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor

Hybrid 3 days in the office Full-time or part-time DOE

We’re working with a modern forward-thinking law firm recognised by the Financial Times as one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Law Firms in the UK & Europe and they’re now looking to strengthen their Commercial Property offering.

This is an opportunity that can flex to suit you. Whether you’re an experienced commercial property solicitor ready to take ownership of a department or a strong mid-level lawyer looking to develop further with senior support the platform is here for you to do the most impactful work of your career.

The Opportunity

We’re open to two profiles for this key hire:

• Established Commercial Property Specialist: You’ll be confident working independently advising clients without supervision and ready to drive the department’s growth. For the right person there is a genuine opportunity to shape the team and step into a Head of Department position.
• Rising Talent (25 PQE): You’ll already have solid practical experience and be ready to develop further. You’ll work closely with a senior consultant solicitor and a dedicated trainee, giving you strong support while you continue to build your expertise and client base.

Either way you’ll be joining a practice where ambition is matched by opportunity with a clear supported path to senior leadership for those who want it.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Drafting and negotiating new lease grants
• Lease renewals and extensions
• Property auctions, sales and purchases
• Serving formal notices
• Advising on Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 matters
• Lease extensions and associated transactional work

You’ll be encouraged to work closely with clients, shape processes and contribute ideas as the team continues to evolve.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Salary: (depending on experience, calibre and following)
• Flexibility: Full-time or part-time with three days in the office
• Culture: A democratic, non-hierarchical team where decisions are made collectively and there’s no formal dress code
• Holidays: Statutory allowance plus one additional day for every year of service (up to five extra days)
• Progression: A rare opportunity to build and lead a department as it grows

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Experience advising landlords and tenants on a range of commercial property matters
• Ability to handle matters independently and deliver a high standard of client care
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and collaborative working style
• Desire to develop long-term client relationships and, for senior candidates, help shape the future direction of the department

This is far more than just another property role. It’s a chance to grow something, shape your own career path and have a genuine voice in how a forward-thinking law firm evolves its Commercial Property offering.

Apply now for a confidential conversation about how this opportunity could work for you.

Key Skills

• Legal Drafting
• Litigation
• Legal Counsel
• Mediation Experience
• Legal Research
• Training & Development