Senior In House Commercial Property Lawyer (Hybrid/Remote)

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Commercial Property Lawyer to join their in-house legal team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work on complex real estate matters, providing strategic legal advice and managing a diverse property portfolio. With a focus on collaboration and professional growth, the position allows for significant autonomy and direct input at board level. Ideal for those with a strong background in landlord and tenant law, this role promises a balanced working environment and the chance to make a real impact in a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial property law.
• Significant experience in landlord and tenant matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on commercial property law.
• Manage lease acquisitions, renewals, and disposals.

Skills

Commercial Property Law

Landlord and Tenant Experience

Lease Management

Contract Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor (10+ PQE)

Job description

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Senior In House Commercial Property Lawyer (Hybrid/Remote), London (City of London)

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Location: London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 tenants, 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 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 can handle a high volume of files and thrives in a dynamic team environment. The role involves a broad range of matters, and they are open to considering candidates directly from private practice. There are no targets or billable hours. The office is based north-east of London, with only a requirement to be there once a week or fortnight after the initial settling-in period. If you would like to find out more, please apply via LinkedIn or email your CV to [emailprotected].