Commercial Property Solicitor

Commercial Property Solicitor (2–5 PQE) We are working with a well-regarded firm seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor (2–5 years’ PQE) to join its expanding Commercial Property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded commercial property lawyer, ideally with some exposure to development work, to progress their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The successful candidate will be supported while managing a varied caseload of up to 100 matters and will gain exposure to a broad range of high-quality commercial property work.

The role will involve:

- Acting on development matters, including site acquisitions and project set-up

- Handling sales, purchases and leases of commercial premises, including non-contentious landlord and tenant matters

- Drafting and negotiating leases, licences and agreements for lease

- Advising landlords and tenants on their rights, obligations and commercial considerations

- Dealing with property finance and development transactions

- Carrying out due diligence, including title investigations and reporting

- Managing a varied caseload efficiently, with appropriate supervision and support

- Building and maintaining strong client relationships through a high standard of service

The ideal candidate will have:

- Qualified Solicitor with 2–5 years’ PQE in general commercial property work

- Proven experience in acquisitions, disposals and commercial leasing

- Strong drafting skills with sound commercial awareness

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- The ability to manage a busy and diverse caseload

- A proactive, flexible and team-oriented approach

Salary & Benefits:

- Competitive salary

- 25 days’ holiday from the outset (plus Christmas shutdown and statutory Bank Holidays)

- Healthcare benefit scheme

- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing services, including a 24/7 helpline

- Discounted legal fees for staff and family members

- Death in service provision

- Auto-enrolment into the Company Pension

- Annual colleague event

Why consider this opportunity:

- A rewarding role offering high-quality work and genuine career progression

- A supportive, people-first culture with a strong focus on wellbeing and work/life balance

- Excellent engagement scores, with over 90% of staff proud to work at the firm

- A strong commitment to inclusion, local communities and charitable initiatives, with active CSR, Sports & Social, and Health & Wellbeing groups

To apply for this role please forward your CV to s.oliver@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Sam Oliver on 0121 368 1833.

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