Commercial Property Solicitor – 6-month FTC

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London law firm is seeking a skilled Commercial Property Associate for a 6-month fixed term contract. The role involves managing site acquisitions, drafting legal agreements, and advising on commercial property transactions. Applicants should be qualified solicitors with over 5 years of experience in real estate development. The position offers the opportunity to work on high-quality legal matters from day one.

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE in real estate development and commercial property transactions.
• Genuine interest in real estate law.
• Practical, solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and reviewing legal agreements.
• Managing site acquisitions and leases.
• Advising on commercial acquisitions and disposals.
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Real estate development

Commercial property transactions

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Client-focused mindset

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Commercial Property Associate – 6-Month Fixed Term Contract
Top 100 London Law Firm

Our client, a leading Top 100 London law firm, is seeking a skilled Commercial Property Solicitor to join their Real Estate department on a 6-month fixed term contract.

The firm’s Real Estate practice offers comprehensive property-related legal services, supporting a broad spectrum of clients including those in the retail, hospitality, investment, and development sectors. The Commercial Property team advises on a wide range of non-contentious matters such as acquisitions and disposals, development projects, portfolio management, and landlord and tenant issues.

Recent work includes:

• Site acquisitions for residential and student accommodation developments
• Advising on the expansion of national and international retail and leisure businesses
• Supporting investment funds with commercial property acquisitions
• Refinancing of property portfolios across various asset classes

The Role

You will work closely with senior fee earners, contributing to a variety of matters with scope for matter ownership from the outset.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and reviewing Options, Promotion Agreements, and Overage Agreements
• Managing site acquisitions conditional on planning
• Handling new and renewal leases
• Assisting with Certificates of Title
• Advising on commercial acquisitions and disposals
• Reviewing Heads of Terms, contracts, and title documentation
• Managing enquiries, searches, and post-completion tasks
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, and internal stakeholders
• Maintaining client matter schedules
• Participating in business development and CPD activities

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ PQE in real estate development and commercial property transactions
• A genuine interest in real estate law and the work undertaken by the team
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to legal issues
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Clear and confident communication abilities
• A collaborative mindset and client-focused attitude

Apply now in confidence to join a respected London firm and work on high-quality commercial property matters from day one.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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