Commercial Property Solicitor - 6m FTC

Taylor Root; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite US City law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role involves advising on complex real estate transactions and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, providing a unique opportunity to work on high-value deals within a well-recognized team. Ideal candidates should be UK-qualified solicitors with at least 4 years' experience in commercial property, demonstrating strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Benefits

Dynamic, inclusive culture

Exposure to top-tier clients

Work alongside leading partners

Qualifications

• 4+ years' post-qualification experience in commercial property.
• Strong grounding in investment and development work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Advising on a range of commercial property transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating key documentation.
• Managing transactions from start to finish.

Skills

Commercial property transactions

Investment and development work

Excellent drafting skills

Collaborative work

Education

UK-qualified solicitor

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor - 6-Month FTC

London | Full-Time | Urgent Start | 4+ PQE

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled Commercial Property Solicitor to join our client, an elite US City law firm on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a chance to work on premium real estate matters within a team consistently recognised by the legal directories for its technical excellence and commercial acumen.

The Role

You'll be joining a high-performing real estate group that advises on complex, high-value transactions across the commercial property spectrum. From investment acquisitions and disposals to development and asset management, the work is varied, fast-paced, and intellectually stimulating.

This is a hands-on role where you'll be trusted to take ownership of matters, liaise directly with clients, and collaborate with colleagues across corporate, finance, and tax teams on multi-disciplinary deals.

What You'll Be Doing

• Advising on a wide range of commercial property transactions, including investment, development, and landlord and tenant work
• Drafting and negotiating key documentation with a focus on precision and commerciality
• Supporting on cross-border matters involving institutional investors, developers, and corporate occupiers
• Managing transactions from start to finish with minimal supervision

What We're Looking For

• UK-qualified solicitor with 4+ years' post-qualification experience in commercial property
• Strong grounding in investment and development work, ideally gained at a leading City or US/international firm
• Excellent drafting skills and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, high-performing team
• Availability to start at short notice

Why Apply?

• Join a firm with a stellar reputation in the real estate sector, ranked highly in Legal 500 and Chambers UK
• Work alongside a senior partner known for leading on some of the most sophisticated property deals in the market
• Gain exposure to top-tier clients and complex, high-value transactions
• Enjoy a dynamic, inclusive culture that values initiative and excellence

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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