Commercial Property Solicitor

Henderson Scott Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Milton Keynes is looking for a Commercial Property Solicitor to handle a varied caseload for corporate clients. This role offers substantial responsibility, involvement in complex transactions, and opportunities for career growth. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in commercial property law and excellent communication skills. The firm prides itself on providing a supportive environment that values professional development and collaboration. A competitive benefits package, including pension contributions and medical insurance, is offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Strong experience in commercial property law.
• Solid understanding of landlord and tenant matters.
• Experience advising and drafting commercial leases.
• Exposure to property finance work is advantageous.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied commercial property caseload from instruction to completion.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial property documentation.
• Advise on registered and unregistered title and resolve title issues.
• Handle completions, SDLT submissions, and Land Registry applications.
• Work closely with client stakeholders, surveyors, and external advisers.

Skills

Commercial property law

Landlord and tenant matters

Drafting commercial leases

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor | Milton Keynes

We are working with a highly regarded law firm that is looking to recruit an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join a busy and well-established team acting for a major corporate client. This is a hands-on, client-embedded role offering high levels of responsibility, exposure to complex transactions, and genuine long-term career development.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and work closely with in-house teams, surveyors, and external advisers on a wide range of commercial property matters.

Due to continued growth, the firm is expanding the team and is looking to appoint two new hires - one at junior level and one at senior level. This is an excellent opportunity to join a genuinely growing practice with clear progression at both ends of the experience spectrum.

The Role

You will have day-to-day responsibility for managing client files across a broad spectrum of commercial property work, including acquisitions, lease structures, variations, surrenders, assignments, licences, and completions. The role involves drafting and negotiating documentation, reviewing third-party drafts, advising on title matters, and supporting transactions through to post-completion.

You will also play an active role in client relationship management, project work, training.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied commercial property caseload from instruction through to completion
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial property documentation
• Advising on registered and unregistered title and resolving title issues
• Handling completions, SDLT submissions, and Land Registry applications
• Working closely with client stakeholders, surveyors, and external advisers
• Supporting client projects and reporting against agreed milestones

About You

• Strong experience in commercial property law
• Solid understanding of landlord and tenant matters, including leases and renewals
• Experience advising on and drafting commercial leases
• Exposure to property finance work is advantageous
• Commercially minded with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities
• A collaborative team player with strong negotiation skills

What's on Offer

A generous annual leave package is on offer, along with an outstanding employer pension contribution and private medical insurance. Additional benefits are also included and can be discussed in more detail.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused solicitor seeking a high-quality client relationship, varied work, and a supportive firm that values development and collaboration.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today or contact Stephany Jardim at Henderson Scott on #removed# for more information.