Senior Commercial Property Lawyer - Bournemouth

Chadwick Nott; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Senior Commercial Property Lawyer to establish and lead a new office in Bournemouth. This role involves managing a caseload, engaging in business development, and building a strong commercial property practice, providing a great opportunity for leadership and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Hybrid working options

Private healthcare and wellbeing support

City-centre office location

Fun social activities

Qualifications

• Solid experience in commercial property law.
• Proactive, flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new Bournemouth office's commercial property practice.
• Manage own caseload of commercial leases, sales, and purchases.
• Engage in business development and client relationship building.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Networking skills

Business development skills

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Job description

Senior Commercial Property Lawyer - Bournemouth

Are you looking for a fresh challenge where you can really make your mark? This award-winning Legal 500 firm are looking to recruit an experienced commercial property solicitor to help establish and grow their presence in Bournemouth. If you're excited by the idea of building something from the ground up, working closely with clients, and developing a thriving team, this could be the perfect opportunity.

The Role
You'll take the lead in the new Bournemouth office, driving the development of a strong commercial property practice while managing your own caseload. From working on company and partnership transactions to handling commercial leases, sales, and purchases, you'll play a key role in shaping their offering and building long-lasting client relationships.

Beyond the legal work, you'll also get stuck into business development-whether that's networking, collaborating across different teams, or spotting opportunities to grow the firm's reputation in the local market.

Ideal Candidate:

• Solid experience in commercial property law and a keen eye for the details that matter.
• A commercial mindset-someone who can offer practical, business-savvy solutions.
• Strong networking and business development skills.
• Leadership potential-the ability to mentor, support, and help grow a successful team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A proactive, flexible approach.

In Return:

• Competitive salary and a bonus scheme.
• Generous holiday allowance (including your birthday off!).
• Hybrid working options to give you flexibility.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing support.
• A city-centre office location.
• Fun social activities and opportunities to give back through charity initiatives.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*