Commercial Property Solicitor

Austen Lloyd Ltd.; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Real Estate Solicitor to join its Nottingham team. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a clear progression path. Candidates should have 3-10 years of PQE in commercial property law, with a focus on landlord and tenant matters. The successful applicant will handle diverse client matters, contribute to business development, and maintain high standards of client care. This is a unique opportunity to work within a respected team delivering high-quality work.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive team culture

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of PQE in commercial property law.
• Directly relevant real estate experience, including landlord and tenant matters.
• Proven ability to manage files efficiently and meet client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of commercial property matters.
• Act for a diverse client base across multiple sectors.
• Manage matters from instruction through to completion.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Interpersonal skills

IT skills including Microsoft Office

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Real Estate Solicitor – Nottingham

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

A highly regarded, award-winning national law firm is looking to recruit a Real Estate Solicitor to join its expanding Nottingham team. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the largest and most respected Real Estate teams in the East Midlands, consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers & Partners and Tier 1 by The Legal 500 for over a decade.

With over 150 real estate lawyers operating across 13 UK offices, the firm offers an outstanding platform for career development, high-quality work, and long-term progression.

The Role

From a recruitment perspective, this role offers a broad and high-quality real estate caseload, which can be tailored to the experience of the successful candidate. Responsibilities will include:

• Handling a wide range of commercial property matters, with a particular focus on landlord and tenant work

• Acting for a diverse client base across multiple sectors

• Managing matters from instruction through to completion with minimal supervision

• Working collaboratively within a large, well-resourced real estate team

• Contributing to business development and client relationship management

• Ensuring the highest standards of client care and technical excellence

This role would suit a Commercial Property Solicitor with 3-10 years’ PQE, gained within a strong regional or City firm, although the position can be adapted depending on experience.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Hybrid working to support work-life balance

• Clear and structured progression within a market-leading real estate team

• High-quality work with longstanding and high-profile clients

• Supportive, collaborative team culture

• Ongoing training and professional development

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with directly relevant real estate experience, including landlord and tenant matters

• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the real estate sector

• Proven ability to manage files efficiently, meet client expectations, and handle financial management

• Confident with time recording, billing, WIP management, and case management systems

• A proactive, self-starting individual with excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

• Ability to consistently demonstrate and embody the firm’s values

• Commitment to maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge and working in line with SRA competence standards

For more information, please send your CV or contact Claudia at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible.

Reference: CC61641 – Real Estate Solicitor – Nottingham