Commercial Property Solicitor (in-house)

Commercial Real Estate Solicitor

Location: Belfast / Hybrid
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Artemis Human Capital is proud to be partnering with a market-leading organisation as it seeks to appoint a driven and commercially minded Commercial Real Estate Solicitor to support its in-house legal function. The successful candidate will focus on real estate matters, playing a key role in the rollout of a growing network of EV charging stations across Northern Ireland.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a sustainability-focused organisation where legal decisions directly influence infrastructure development, environmental impact, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Acquisition & Leasing

  • Draft, negotiate and review lease agreements, licences, and option agreements.

  • Conduct title reviews and manage due diligence for prospective sites.

  • Advise on rights of way, easements, and access/utility agreements.

  • Liaise with planning consultants and support planning permission processes.

• Commercial Contracts & Advisory

  • Negotiate agreements with public sector bodies, private landlords, and commercial developers.

  • Support procurement, construction, and installation contracts relating to infrastructure projects.

  • Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed.

• Regulatory & Compliance

  • Advise on property law, planning legislation, and environmental compliance.

  • Ensure site rollouts align with legal and regulatory frameworks.

  • Keep internal teams informed on legal risks and updates impacting real estate strategy.

• Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with internal operations, engineering, and finance teams.

  • Engage with utility providers, surveyors, and statutory bodies to support project delivery.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor with commercial property/real estate experience (ROI or Dual Qualified)

• Experience working with infrastructure, energy, or telecoms clients is beneficial.

• Confident communicator who can advise stakeholders

• Highly organised and able to manage multiple live projects with minimal supervision.

• Motivated by the opportunity to contribute to green infrastructure and net-zero goals.

What’s on Offer

• Join a high-growth, mission-led business transforming the EV landscape across NI.

• Hybrid working while staying connected with a collaborative Belfast-based team.

• Strong benefits package and genuine opportunities for career progression.

• Work on impactful projects shaping the region’s sustainable transport future.

For more information on this opportunity, contact Ciara O’Connor