Solicitor - Commercial Property

Purely Recruitment Solutions Ltd.; Devizes; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Solicitor specializing in Commercial Property to join their client's office in Devizes. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years PQE and experience in managing client work, maintaining high standards of care, and a commitment to customer service. Strong organizational skills and the ability to travel to clients are essential. A flexible approach and proficiency in a Case Management System are beneficial. This is a full-time position with some hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years PQE with broad commercial property experience.
• Experience managing own workload effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all client work according to detailed procedures.
• Maintain high standards of client care.
• Develop and promote the firm's services through local marketing.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Organizational skills

Customer service focus

Flexible work approach

Education

Degree of 2:1 or similar

Recognised professional qualification as a Solicitor

Current practising certificate

Tools

Case Management System

Job description

Negotiable Devizes Permanent Full Time Posted date: 19/11/2025
Closing date: 19/12/2025

Full Time, some hybrid working

Salary is dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for a Solicitor – Commercial Property to join our client based in their Devizes office.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities:

• To manage all client work allocated by the Team Lead in accordance with detailed procedures and quality standards contained in the firm’s Office Manual and Lexcel standards.
• To ensure that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and on costs.
• At all times to exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner.
• To ensure the confidentiality and security of all documentation and information of the practice and clients.
• To achieve agreed levels of billing and time recording.
• In close liaison with the Finance team, to have overall responsibility for credit control on own matters.
• To comply with the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules and the Solicitors’ Code of Conduct 2011.
• To maintain clear and precise communications with other staff in the firm.
• To ensure good working relationships with external institutions and organisations.
• To supervise, support and develop immediate support staff and fee earning staff as agreed with the Head of Department.
• To take responsibility for and attend to your CPD needs.
• In conjunction with the firm, to comply with the relevant training requirements of the SRA and to assist with in-house training as may be required.
• To carry out any other duties and responsibilities that may be required by the Team Lead.

Client Development and Marketing:

• To be active in promoting the services of the firm and the specific team, its image and ethos (in liaison with Head of Department and other partners) through local marketing activities e.g. forums, trade groups, professional bodies etc.

Management:

• Expectations for management will depend on the level of experience of the Solicitor, size of team, nature of work etc.

Person Specification:

Experience and knowledge:

• 1-5 years PQE with broad commercial property experience to include Landlord and Tenant, acquisitions and disposals and development work
• Experience of managing own workload effectively, particularly in a pressurised environment
• Strong organisational skills
• Flexible approach to work
• Experience of liaising with agents and other professionals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to high quality and a customer service focus
• Experience of using a Case Management System
• Ability to travel to clients etc

Professional Qualifications:

• At least a degree of 2:1 or evidence of a similar ability
• Recognised professional qualification as a Solicitor entitling the role-holder to practice in England & Wales.
• Current practising certificate (or entitlement to obtain one) from the Law Society
• Evidence of continuing professional development in the area of expertise

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