Senior Property Lawyer (Contract/Remote)

Arbor Law; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Entrepreneurial environment

Support to succeed

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Arbor Law is seeking a Senior Commercial Property Lawyer to join on a contract/remote basis, with the autonomy to shape your practice and deliver high-value advice to clients ranging from startups to multinational organisations.

The role requires a England & Wales qualified solicitor with 7+ years PQE in commercial property, proven experience in lease negotiations, sales/purchases, development projects, and complex deals.

Qualifications

• Legal qualifications and strong commercial acumen.
• Client-centric and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on commercial property matters including acquisitions, disposals, leases, landlord/tenant issues, and development projects.
• Negotiate, draft, and review a broad range of property contracts and agreements.
• Manage due diligence and compliance for commercial property transactions.
• Provide pragmatic, business-focused solutions to complex property issues.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted adviser.

Job description

Senior Commercial Property Lawyer (Contract/Remote)

Are you a senior commercial property lawyer seeking control over your practice, a collaborative environment, and the freedom to pursue work that excites you? Arbor Law invites you to shape the next stage of your legal career with us.

About Arbor Law

Arbor Law is an award-winning firm known for attracting entrepreneurial senior lawyers. Our team delivers exceptional legal services to clients ranging from fast-growth start-ups to multinational organisations. We are recognised for our core values of inclusivity, collaboration, excellence and innovation, and are committed to supporting our lawyers to flourish both professionally and personally.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Property Lawyer who thrives on building relationships, delivering practical solutions, and operating at the highest level across the commercial property sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the full spectrum of commercial property matters: acquisitions, disposals, leases, landlord/tenant issues, and development project
• Negotiate, draft, and review a broad range of property contracts and agreements
• Manage due diligence and compliance for commercial property transactions
• Provide pragmatic, business-focused solutions to complex commercial property problems
• Build, maintain, and develop strong client relationships as a trusted adviser

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales), ideally 7+ years PQE in commercial property
• Proven experience with complex and high-value commercial property work, including lease negotiations, property sales and purchases, development projects, planning agreements, and conditional contracts
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Entrepreneurial mindset, eager to develop and grow your own practice
• Client-centric, collaborative, and committed to delivering service excellence

Why Arbor Law?

• Work Your Way: Embrace flexibility, autonomy, and genuine work-life balance
• Entrepreneurial Community: Join a team of high-achieving, like-minded senior lawyers
• Support to Succeed: Benefit from outstanding support teams including business development, marketing, finance, IT and more
• Rewarding Structure: Competitive, transparent remuneration that recognises your expertise
• Dynamic Environment: Modern working culture focused on innovation and ongoing professional development

At Arbor Law , we believe the best legal work happens when lawyers love what they do and how they do it. If you're motivated by autonomy, client impact, and being part of a values-driven, forward-thinking firm, lets talk. Ready to shape the next chapter of your career?