Commercial Property Senior Associate

Commercial Property Senior Associate (Non-Fee Earning)

Ready to step away from fee earning and shape the future of commercial property?

If you're a Commercial Property Solicitor with a passion for improving the way legal teams work, this could be the perfect next step.

This is a unique opportunity to move into an operational, innovation-focused position where you'll use your legal expertise to transform processes, enhance efficiency and help drive the adoption of legal technology and AI across a successful commercial property team.

Whether you're looking for a fixed-term project, consultancy or part-time opportunity, there is genuine flexibility to shape the role around the right individual for this 6 month contract..

The Opportunity

Working closely with the property team, you'll identify opportunities to streamline legal processes, improve workflows and maximise the use of technology to deliver a better service for clients and colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

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• Reviewing and improving commercial property processes and workflows.
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• Driving the implementation and adoption of legal technology and AI solutions.
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• Leading operational improvement projects from concept to delivery.
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• Supporting teams through change and embedding new ways of working.
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• Ensuring compliance while improving efficiency and consistency.
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Requirements

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• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE in Commercial Property.
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• Strong understanding of commercial property transactions and legal processes.
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• A genuine interest in legal operations, innovation or legal technology.
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• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.
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• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys improving systems and processes and is looking to transition away from a traditional fee-earning career into a strategic operational position.

Benefits

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• Hybrid working.
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• Birmingham or Manchester office locations.
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• Flexible working arrangements, including potential consultancy or project-based engagement.
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• Newly refurbished offices with excellent facilities.
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• 25 days' annual leave plus additional Christmas closure days.
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• Paid volunteering days.
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• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
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• Full home working equipment and support.
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How To Apply

Please apply for this role online or contact Isabel Hart at Spirehouse for a confidential discussion.

Spirehouse Recruitment is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.