Senior In House Commercial Property Lawyer (Hybrid/Remote)

JR United Kingdom; Ashton-under-Lyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a seasoned Commercial Property Lawyer to join their in-house legal team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex real estate matters with direct input at Board level. You will advise on a broad range of commercial property issues, ensuring efficiency in managing a diverse property portfolio. The position promotes a collaborative environment and provides significant autonomy, making it ideal for those who thrive in dynamic settings. If you are looking for a role that balances strategic focus with hands-on responsibilities, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial property law with a focus on landlord and tenant.
• Ability to manage a diverse property portfolio efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on lease acquisitions, renewals, and disposals.
• Manage applications for consent, assignments, and alterations.

Skills

Commercial Property Law

Landlord and Tenant Experience

Lease Management

Contract Negotiation

Education

Qualified Lawyer (10+ PQE)

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Ashton-under-Lyne, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you a seasoned Commercial Property Lawyer (10+ PQE) with significant landlord and tenant experience looking for a strategic in-house role where you can make a real impact? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and supportive in-house legal team, advising on a broad range of real estate matters, with a focus on tenant, across a large commercial property portfolio.

The Role:

You will work closely with the Group Legal Estates Director, providing expert advice on all aspects of commercial property law, including:

• Lease acquisitions, renewals, variations, and disposals
• Managing a diverse property portfolio, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Acting on applications for consent, assignments, underletting, and alterations
• Advising on wayleave agreements, exclusivity arrangements, and property-related contracts
• Supporting business growth by securing new sites on the most advantageous terms
• Minimising costs and risks associated with surplus properties and dilapidations

Why Join?

• Work on complex and high-value real estate matters with direct input at Board level
• A friendly, professional, and collaborative in-house team
• A varied and hands-on role with real autonomy
• A balanced working environment with a long-term, strategic focus

This role is ideal for an experienced commercial property solicitor, with significant Landlord and Tenant experience, who is able to deal with a high number of files and thrives in a dynamic team environment. The role involves a broad range of matters and they are happy to consider someone directly from private practice. There are no targets or billable hours. The office is based north-east of London but requires attendance once a week or fortnight after initial settling in. If you would like to find out more, please apply via LinkedIn or email your CV to [emailprotected].