Commercial Property Solicitor

Henderson Scott; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Healthcare

Annual leave + holidays

Bonus scheme

Training & development

Career progression

EAP

Job summary

Henderson Scott is recruiting a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its regional law firm client in Greater Manchester, with a sector focus on commercial property matters. You will manage a varied caseload for businesses, landlords and property owners, delivering practical, client-focused advice.

The role offers hybrid working after probation, a competitive salary with a bonus scheme and clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in Commercial Property.
• Ability to handle matters independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial property law.
• Commercial awareness and pragmatic problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of commercial property transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Advising on acquisition and disposal of commercial properties and land.
• Handling business asset sales and purchases.
• Managing auction property transactions.
• Acting on secured lending matters, including mortgages and refinancing.
• Advising landlords and tenants on a range of commercial lease matters.
• Drafting and negotiating leases, licences, renewals, assignments, subletting arrangements, and surrenders.
• Assisting with pension-related property transactions and transfers.
• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications.
• Advising clients on title matters and property-related issues.
• Supporting clients with lease renewal procedures and landlord and tenant matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while delivering exceptional service.

Skills

Commercial property expertise

Independent practitioner

Technical knowledge of property law

Commercial awareness

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor

Location: Greater Manchester / Cheshire
Salary: Competitive + Bonus Scheme
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

The Opportunity

A well-established regional law firm is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its growing property team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with commercial property experience to manage a varied caseload while working within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will advise a diverse client base including businesses, investors, landlords, tenants, and property owners across a broad range of commercial property matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of commercial property transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Advising on the acquisition and disposal of commercial properties and land.
• Handling business asset sales and purchases.
• Managing auction property transactions.
• Acting on secured lending matters, including mortgages and refinancing.
• Advising landlords and tenants on a range of commercial lease matters.
• Drafting and negotiating leases, licences, renewals, assignments, subletting arrangements, and surrenders.
• Assisting with pension-related property transactions and transfers.
• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications.
• Advising clients on title matters and property-related issues.
• Supporting clients with lease renewal procedures and landlord and tenant matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while delivering exceptional service.

About you

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in Commercial Property.
• Ability to handle matters independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial property law.
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Additional leave incentives.
• Hybrid working opportunities following probation.
• Pension scheme.
• Healthcare and wellbeing support.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected regional law firm with a strong presence in the North West, offering high-quality commercial property work, genuine flexibility, and long-term career development prospects.