Solicitor / Associate, Commercial Property

HM3 Legal; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee referral programme

Living wage employer

Enhanced annual leave

Training programmes

Mental health support

Job summary

A law firm in Chester is seeking an experienced Solicitor/Associate in commercial property. You will manage a diverse caseload, engaging with various businesses. The role emphasizes collaboration, technical skill, and proactive client engagement. Ideal candidates will have over 4 years PQE and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services in a supportive environment with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in commercial property.
• Background in planning and development preferred.
• Ability to assess client needs and deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of transactions like acquisitions and disposals.
• Draft contracts and negotiate leases.
• Collaborate on high-value deals and business development.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Strong technical skills

Excellent drafting ability

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Proactive team player

Job description

SOLICITOR / ASSOCIATE
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY .

Chester (hybrid working) | Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

We’re growing – and we would love you to grow with us. Thanks to the continued success of our Commercial Property team, we are looking for an experienced Real Estate lawyer to join our team in Chester.

If you are looking for a role where your expertise truly matters, your ideas are valued, and your work makes a real impact, this is your opportunity. Join a team that is thriving, collaborative, and passionate about delivering exceptional results for our clients.

ABOUT THE ROLE

From day one, you will take ownership of a busy and varied caseload, delivering exceptional client service to a diverse mix of businesses – from ambitious start-ups and thriving SMEs to owner-managed enterprises and national brands. You will enjoy plenty of client contact, working closely with many of our long-standing partners as their trusted advisor, guiding them through deals while building your own strong, lasting relationships along the way.

Day-to-day, you will:

• Handle a variety of transactions – acquisitions, disposals, auctions, development projects, refinancing, and all things Landlord & Tenant.
• Take matters from first instruction through to completion, drafting contracts and negotiating leases.
• Collaborate with partners on complex, high-value deals.
• Play an active role in business development by attending networking events and helping to grow our pipeline.

# 1

What we’re looking for:

• A commercially-minded, experienced Solicitor or Associate with a solid background in commercial real estate.
• A background in planning and / or development would be a bonus.
• Strong technical skills and excellent drafting ability.
• Someone who understands client needs and delivers both practical and commercial solutions.
• A natural relationship builder who loves working with people.
  A proactive, team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, able to manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to getting things right.

# 2

What we’re looking for:

• Commercially astute Solicitor / Associate with ideally 4+ years PQE and a credible background of working in commercial property.
• You will ideally have a background in planning and development.
• Strong technical capability with excellent drafting skills.
• Proven ability to thoroughly assess client requirements and deliver commercial solutions.
• Track record of building profitable and long standing relationships with clients.
• Passionate about delivering a proactive, client focused and tailored service and able to confidently communicate with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Team player who can effectively build cross departmental relationships and generate additional referrals into the business.
• Able to work within a fast paced, team environment, effectively managing priorities to meet deadlines.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

# 3

We believe people thrive when they feel supported and valued. At HM3 Legal, you will find:

• Hybrid working – over 90% of our team work flexibility to balance work and life.
• Collaborative culture – we work as one team, sharing knowledge and celebrating success.
• Professional development – clear pathways for progression and opportunities to grow your expertise.
• Wellbeing focus – from mental health support to social events, we care about your whole self.
• Competitive salary and benefits – including pension, generous holiday allowance, and more.

HM3 Legal is committed to promoting a culture of equality and diversity in the workplace. You will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

# 4

Here’s a selection of what’s on offer. Part of our commitment to making lives better is supporting you to reach your career objectives — whatever they may be. Appreciation, reward and respecting your work-life balance comes as standard.

• Generous employee referral programme
• Living wage employer
• Hybrid-working model for over 90% of our roles
• Enhanced annual and family friendly leave and your birthday off!
• Early dart Fridays
• Training programmes tailored to support your goals
• Progression and promotion opportunities
• Professional qualification and study-leave support
• Dress for your day
• Regular socials and charity events
• Mental Health First Aiders and wellbeing support
• Values-based recognition and reward scheme
• Long-service awards
• How to Wow customer experience awards

LET’S TALK

Contact us for a confidential chat

If you want to find out more about this role, or any other vacancy please talk to us in confidence. We’re expanding and looking for people at all levels, with varying skills and experience to join our team.

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