Commercial Property Solicitor - 6m FTC

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite US City law firm is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor for a 6-month fixed-term contract to handle complex real estate matters. You will join a high-performing team, advising on investment acquisitions, drafting documentation, and managing transactions from start to finish. The firm offers a dynamic culture and exposure to top-tier clients in the commercial property sector.

Benefits

Exposure to top-tier clients

Dynamic, inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ post-qualification experience in commercial property.
• Strong grounding in investment and development work.
• Experience ideally gained at a leading City or US/international firm.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach

Ability to work independently

Collaborative mindset

Education

UK-qualified solicitor

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26.06.2025

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10.08.2025

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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