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Commercial Property Senior Associate Solicitor
Job summary
A well-regarded regional law firm in Colchester is looking for a Senior Associate Solicitor specializing in commercial property and agricultural law. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse caseload including agricultural property transactions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' relevant experience and excellent communication skills. This position provides competitive salary (£60,000 - £75,000) plus bonuses and benefits, along with opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment.
Benefits
Qualifications
- 5 years' PQE + experience in commercial property law with a focus on agricultural property.
- Strong technical knowledge of property transactions and leases.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor junior staff.
Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters.
- Advise clients on property acquisitions and disposals.
- Provide practical guidance to agricultural clients.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members.
- Support business development initiatives.
Skills
Senior Associate Solicitor - Commercial Property (Agricultural)
Location: Colchester (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Sector: Commercial Property / Agricultural Law
Type: Permanent
Our client, a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm with a strong focus on commercial and agricultural clients, is seeking a Senior Associate with significant commercial property experience to join their Colchester office. This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with a passion for agricultural and rural property work to join a collaborative, growing team.
As a Senior Associate, you will work across a diverse portfolio of commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and development projects. A key part of the role will involve acting for agricultural clients, including landowners, farms, and rural businesses, providing pragmatic, commercially-focused advice.
You will be joining a supportive team that values technical excellence, client service, and professional development. The role offers exposure to high-quality clients, interesting transactions, and the chance to contribute to the growth of the property team.
Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters, including agricultural property transactions.
Advise clients on property acquisitions, disposals, leases, and rural development projects.
Provide practical, commercial guidance to agricultural clients and landowners.
Supervise and mentor junior team members as appropriate.
Contribute to business development initiatives and support the growth of the team.
5 years' PQE + in commercial property law, ideally with agricultural property experience.
Strong technical knowledge of property transactions, leases, and development matters.
Experience acting for rural clients, landowners, or agricultural businesses is highly desirable.
Commercially minded, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects efficiently.
Excellent communication and client relationship skills, with the ability to mentor junior colleagues.
Join a well-respected regional firm with a strong agricultural client base.
Competitive salary (£60,000 - £75,000) plus bonus and benefits.
Hybrid working options to support work-life balance.
Opportunity to work on high-profile, interesting transactions in the commercial and agricultural property sector.
Supportive, collaborative team culture with opportunities for career progression.
Please apply or contact Natalie Dwan, Legal Business Manager at LJ Recruitment, for a confidential discussion.
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