Commercial Property Solicitor

QED Legal; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent independent commercial law firm in Leicester is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor to join their highly regarded team. The role involves managing a diverse caseload of commercial property transactions while cultivating strong client relationships. Ideal candidates will have post-qualification experience and a solid grounding in commercial property law, emphasizing long-term client relationships. The firm boasts an employee-owned culture, prioritizing collaborative success and work-life balance, making it an excellent opportunity for career progression.

Benefits

Excellent long-term career prospects

Supportive and collaborative culture

Work-life balance approach

Qualifications

• Solicitor at any stage of post-qualification experience in commercial property.
• Strong technical grounding in commercial property gained within a reputable commercial environment.
• Confident in managing files and direct client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Joining a busy and expanding Commercial Property department.
• Advising a broad client base including regional businesses.
• Managing freehold and leasehold transactions and ongoing commercial property advice.

Skills

Commercial property law expertise

Client management

Strong team player

Long-term client relationship building

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor – Leicester, Excellent Progression-Legal 500 – £45,000 to £90,000

The firm

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded, independent commercial law firm based in Leicester, widely recognised for operating one of the largest and strongest commercial property teams in the East Midlands. The firm is consistently ranked top tier in the Legal 500 and Chambers and is known for its high-quality, commercially focused advice to an impressive client base. As an employee‑owned practice, it offers a genuinely collaborative culture, long‑term thinking and a shared commitment to both client service and internal progression.

The role

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You

• A Commercial Property Solicitor at any stage of post‑qualification experience
• Strong technical grounding in commercial property gained within a reputable commercial environment
• Confident managing your own files and dealing directly with clients
• Commercially minded, with a focus on building long‑term client relationships rather than short‑term billing
• Interested in joining a firm where people are genuinely invested in the success of the business and each other — could this be the environment you’ve been looking for?

Benefits

• Excellent long‑term career prospects within a growing and stable firm
• Exposure to high‑quality commercial property work and well‐known clients
• Supportive, collaborative and employee‑owned culture
• A sensible and sustainable approach to targets and work‑life balance

If you’re a Commercial Property Solicitor considering your next move and would like to explore what this opportunity could look like in practice, apply online or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal for a confidential, no‑obligation discussion.