Commercial Property Solicitor

Commercial Real Estate Solicitor (2 PQE) – Manchester – Up too £62,500 + Bonus + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Real Estate Solicitor (circa 2 PQE) to join a leading UK law firm in Manchester, specialising in investment, asset management and commercial property transactions.

This role sits within a highly regarded Real Estate team, advising investors, landlords, developers and corporate occupiers on a wide range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions and disposals, landlord and tenant work, lease negotiations, portfolio management and asset management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior solicitor to build a career in commercial property / real estate law, gaining exposure to high-quality investment transactions and asset management work within a collaborative and well-established team.

The Role:

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• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial property documents, including leases, licences and agreements
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• Supporting on investment acquisitions, disposals and asset management transactions
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• Advising on landlord and tenant matters and wider property management issues
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• Assisting with portfolio management for key real estate clients
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• Managing your own caseload with supervision, ensuring matters progress efficiently
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• Supporting senior lawyers on complex real estate and corporate support transactions
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• Providing clear, commercial and pragmatic legal advice
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• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
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The Candidate:

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• Qualified Solicitor with 2 years’ PQE+ in commercial real estate / property law
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• Experience of commercial property transactions, asset management or landlord & tenant work
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• Strong drafting and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
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• Commercially aware with a pragmatic, client-focused approach
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• Ability to manage a varied caseload effectively
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• Strong communication and client-facing skills
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• Ambitious and keen to develop within a leading Real Estate team
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The Benefits and How to Apply:

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• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
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• Hybrid working (typically 2 days in the office) and flexible hours
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• 25 days annual leave plus flexible bank holidays, increasing with service
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• Option to purchase additional annual leave
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• Additional discretionary leave and wellbeing benefits
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• Private medical / health cash plan
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• Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
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• Strong career development and progression opportunities
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Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.

Contact:

Samuel Doughty

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140

Mobile: 07961 696703

Email: [email protected]

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