Commercial Property Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A top regional law firm in Reading is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor with 1-3 years PQE. This role offers hybrid working, exposure to a varied, high-value caseload, and significant career growth opportunities within a supportive team environment. Your responsibilities will include managing property transactions, drafting legal documents, and providing commercial advice to clients from diverse sectors. Join a firm that values collaboration and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years PQE in commercial property.
• Experience in leasehold/freehold acquisitions/disposals.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload including property sales and purchases.
• Draft and negotiate leases, purchase/sale agreements, and licences.
• Provide clear commercial advice to clients.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Client-care skills

Organised and proactive

Commercial awareness

Education

Solicitor with 1-3 years PQE in commercial property

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor – 1-3 PQE

• Hybrid/flexible workingin central Reading - balance office collaboration with remote work
• Varied, high-value caseload: freehold & leasehold sales, purchases, leases/licences, landlord & tenant matters and corporate real estate transactions
• Diverse clients: SMEs, large corporates, PLCs, public sector bodies and major institutions
• Portfolio experience: work on operational and investment property for institutional clients
• Career growth: join a supportive, inclusive team with clear progression opportunities
• Business development: chance to build your own practice profile early on

About the Firm & Team

Atop regional law firmwith a strong commercial property practice is expanding. The team advises clients from SMEs to corporates and public sector bodies. Junior and mid-PQE lawyers are givenreal responsibility, exposure and support, in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload including freehold & leasehold property sales and purchases
• Grant and taking of leases
• Licence matters (licences to occupy, assign, restricted use)
• Landlord & tenant management
• Corporate property support
• Draft and negotiate leases, purchase/sale agreements, licences and other property documents
• Provide clear, commercial advice to clients
• Liaise with clients, advisors and internal teams to ensure smooth transactions
• Contribute to business development and help grow client relationships

About You

• Solicitor with 1-3 years PQE in commercial property
• Experience in one or more of: leasehold/freehold acquisitions/disposals, landlord & tenant matters, leases/licences, corporate property support
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client-care skills
• Organised, proactive and commercially aware
• Confident dealing with clients from SMEs to large corporates/public sector

Benefits & What You'll Gain

• Flexible/hybrid working for better work-life balance
• Exposure to a broad, high-quality client base
• Fast-track career progression and training opportunities
• Supportive team culture with mentorship
• Real responsibility on interesting, varied work from day one

Apply today or contact Gayle Woolf for more information.