Commercial Property Solicitor (2+PQE)

Jonathanlea; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Christmas bonus

Generous commission scheme

Team events and dinners

Job summary

A fast-growing law firm is seeking an ambitious Commercial Property Solicitor with 2+ PQE. This role involves landlord-tenant management, acquisitions, and lease negotiations. The firm offers a competitive salary ranging from £45K to £75K with bonuses, alongside opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for business. Flexible working arrangements are available, but some office presence is required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 PQE+ in commercial property law.
• Good background in relevant areas of law.
• Eloquent and precise written communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage landlord and tenant relationships.
• Oversee acquisitions and disposals of properties.
• Prepare and negotiate leases.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Collaboration in a team

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Passion for business and entrepreneurship

Social media savvy

Education

2 PQE+ in commercial property law

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor (2+ PQE) – Sussex

Commercial Property Solicitor Job (2+ PQE) – Sussex

Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex

We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded 2 PQE + commercial property solicitor to join us at The Jonathan Lea Network as soon as possible. This is an exciting opportunity to undertake an interesting and challenging mix of commercial property work and take the lead on building this department at our firm.

Depending on experience, the salary ranges from £45K to £75K per annum.
Higher salaries may be available for candidates with an existing client following. Full time regular hours are Monday to Thursday 9am – 6pm and Friday 9am – 5pm, although those who are ambitious and put extra hours in will be rewarded.

Benefits include a Christmas bonus and a very generous commission scheme which can significantly increase your salary. We also have a strong social side to the business and regularly organise team events, dinners and parties. We are open to discussing and agreeing flexible working arrangements, although we will require at least some of your time to be spent in the office.

About The Jonathan Lea Network

The Jonathan Lea Network is a forward-thinking business focused law firm that since it started trading as an SRA regulated firm on 1st May 2019 has grown by more than 1000%. We’ve recently moved into a much larger new open plan office which is just a 5-minute walk from Haywards Heath train station to accommodate more new joiners.

Our clients include leading technology start-ups and owner managed companies across a range of industry sectors. Most are based in London and around the South East, while our work is also often international in scope.

We are looking for someone who wants to supercharge their career and make a name for themselves by contributing to a fast-growing practice. You will benefit from the kind of experience not available at larger more established firms and will learn more, contribute more and grow personally and professionally in a way that will exceed your expectations. By joining us you will never be just a number and will always have a full workload, but you will also be able to enjoy a healthy work life balance if so desired.

Commercial Property Solicitor Role

We are increasingly doing work for quality clients that much larger and more established law firms would be envious of. We have already developed a strong brand and reputation which will only improve and lead to larger and more lucrative instructions coming our way.

The role is varied and encompasses most of what you would expect including:

• landlord and tenant;
• acquisitions and disposals;
• freehold and leasehold titles;
• preparation and negotiation of leases; and

Experience required

At least 2 PQE + in commercial property law.

Applicants should have:

• a good background in the relevant areas of law;
• an ability to work well independently and use your own initiative, but also
• react positively to working in a collaborative team environment
• a meticulous eye for detail and an eloquent and precise way with words;
• high service and presentation standards;
• IT adroitness and social media savviness;
• a genuine passion for entrepreneurship, business and transactional work;
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• the ability to calmly and humorously deal with a busy workload and demanding clients;
• an enthusiasm to take on new challenges and broaden your knowledge base and skills set; and
• a desire to contribute to marketing, networking and business development activities.