NQ Commercial Property Solicitor

Clayton Legal; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Hybrid working

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Clayton Legal in Tamworth invites applications from a Commercial Property Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer. The role offers exposure to a broad range of property matters, with a supportive team and clear progression.

The position suits a newly qualified lawyer through to 4 years’ PQE, seeking hybrid working and a competitive salary. You will handle diverse matters and grow your expertise within an established Property team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with NQ–4 years PQE.
• Commercial property experience gained during training and/or post-qualification.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent client care, organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied commercial property caseload including acquisitions, disposals, sales and purchases.
• Manage landlord and tenant matters, including leases, renewals and assignments.
• Assist with refinancing and secured lending matters.
• Provide general commercial property advice and support senior colleagues on larger transactions.
• Build strong client and professional relationships and identify cross-referral opportunities.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Client care

Organisation

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Team-focused

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer

Job description

ommercial Property Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer

Tamworth NQ-4 Years' PQE Hybrid Working Competitive Salary Up to £47,000

The Opportunity

Are you a Commercial Property Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer looking for a role where you can build your expertise, work on quality matters and have the support to progress your career?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an established and growing Property team in Tamworth.

This role would suit a newly qualified lawyer through to 4 years' PQE who wants exposure to a broad range of commercial property work within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

You'll work across a varied commercial property caseload, including:

• Commercial acquisitions and disposals
• Commercial sales and purchases
• Landlord and tenant matters, including leases, renewals and assignments
• Commercial refinancing and secured lending
• General commercial property advice
• Supporting senior colleagues on larger transactions
• Building strong client and professional relationships
• Identifying cross-referral opportunities
• Managing matters efficiently and progressing files to completion

There will also be opportunities to gain experience across more specialist areas, including agricultural property, development and site acquisition work.

About You

We're looking for a qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with:

• NQ-4 years' PQE.
• Commercial property experience gained during training and/or post-qualification.
• Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong client care and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive and team-focused approach.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working with up to 2 days from home
• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Option to take additional unpaid leave
• Private healthcare, single cover
• Company pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment