Commerical Property Solicitor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Commercial Property Solicitor to manage a full caseload. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 7 years of PQE in Commercial Property law, strong negotiation skills, and a current practising certificate. The role offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity for substantial career growth with competitive remuneration and mentoring from industry leaders.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive training programmes

Qualifications

• Must have a current practising certificate and significant experience in commercial property.
• Excellent negotiation skills in commercial lease transactions are required.
• Proven track record of autonomous work style and professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Manage full caseload for commercial property matters with minimal supervision.
• Contribute strategically to the firm's business development and growth.
• Utilize professional resources like Practical Law and LexisNexis.

Skills

Commercial lease negotiations

Property sales and purchases

Development work (options overage agreements)

Easements and rights of way transactions

Expert knowledge of SDLT and VAT in property transactions

Education

Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate

Minimum 7 years PQE in Commercial Property law

First-rate academic credentials from top-tier institutions

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor

Salary: Negotiable, with performance‑linked bonus potential and annual salary reviews.

Location: Surrey Area

Location & Environment

• Free on‑site parking
• Adjacent to town centre amenities
• Professional and inspiring work environment

Role Specifics

• Full caseload management – run your own commercial property matters with minimal supervision.
• Strategic contribution – directly impact the firm’s business development and growth strategy.
• Professional resources – unlimited access to Practical Law and LexisNexis.

Essential Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate.
• Minimum 7 years PQE specifically in Commercial Property law.
• First‑rate academic credentials from top‑tier institutions.

Technical Mastery – Advanced Skills

• Commercial lease negotiations
• Property sales and purchases
• Development work (options overage agreements)
• Easements and rights of way transactions
• Expert knowledge of SDLT and VAT in property transactions

Personal Excellence

Autonomous working style with exceptional professional judgement, outstanding client relationship management skills, collaborative and resilient professional approach.

Compensation & Career Growth

• Competitive remuneration with performance‑linked bonus potential and annual salary reviews.
• Comprehensive training programmes and clear career progression pathways.
• Mentorship from industry leaders and opportunity to become a key strategic player.

Work Flexibility

• Full‑time (37.5 hours per week) or part‑time (30 hours per week).
• Flexible working arrangements.

About Our Client

A distinguished law firm with over 20 years of experience, specialising in property and private client work. CQS and Lexcel accredited, serving clients nationally and internationally with exceptional tailored legal services.

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