Commercial Property Solicitor, 2-5 PQE, Hybrid

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days + holidays

Birthday leave

Healthcare Cashback/Health plan

Company holiday shutdown

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Commercial Property Solicitor (2-5 years' PQE) for its client in Bury, with hybrid working available. You will manage a varied caseload including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant matters, and development work, while building strong client relationships.

The successful candidate will join a growing team, support business development, and mentor junior colleagues in a collaborative, supportive environment that values a healthy work-life

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor status with 2–5 years' PQE in commercial property.
• Experience managing a varied commercial property caseload.
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, sales and purchases.
• Advise on landlord and tenant matters, refinancing and development.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships and networks.
• Support growth and reputation of the Commercial Property team.
• Assist with marketing and business development activities and mentor juniors.

Skills

Commercial property law

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor – Bury / Hybrid Working Salary: Competitive - dependent on experience

An established and highly regarded law firm is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Solicitor (2-5 years' PQE) to join its growing Commercial Property team in Bury.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded solicitor to join a successful team with a strong national, regional and local client base. The firm offers a varied caseload of high-quality commercial property work, alongside a supportive working environment that places real emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

With hybrid working available, this role would suit a motivated solicitor looking to develop their career within a growing commercial property practice.

The Role You will manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters, working with both commercial and private clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload of commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, sales and purchases.
• Advising on landlord and tenant matters, refinancing and commercial property development.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with clients, other solicitors and businesses.
• Contributing to the continued growth and reputation of the Commercial Property team.
• Supporting the firm's marketing and business development activities, including attending networking events.
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior colleagues, including trainees, paralegals and administrative support staff.

Requirements To be considered for this Commercial Property Solicitor position, you should have:

• Qualified Solicitor status, ideally with 2-5 years' PQE in commercial property law.
• Experience managing a varied commercial property caseload.
• Strong communication, organisational and client relationship management skills.
• The ability to work independently, use your initiative and manage competing priorities effectively.
• A professional, proactive and self-motivated approach.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and support the development of junior colleagues.
• An interest in business development and contributing to the continued success of the department.

Benefits The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive package, including:

• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• An additional day of annual leave for your birthday.
• Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Christmas company shutdown.
• Attendance bonus.
• Personalised development plans and career progression opportunities.
• Paid parking.
• Employee engagement days and company events.
• Bereavement leave and sick pay.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Employee referral programme.

Location and Working Arrangements The role is based in Bury, Greater Manchester, with hybrid working available.