New Vacancy: Commercial Property Solicitor
We are looking for a bright, commercially minded and personable solicitor with 4-7 post-qualification experience to join our Property Team. The successful candidate will be someone who combines strong technical ability with a practical and pragmatic approach, enjoys direct client contact and is keen to develop their practice and profile.
They will have solid experience across a broad range of commercial property work and will be comfortable taking responsibility for their own matters. They will work closely with the rest of the team, gaining exposure to a variety of transactions.
The team works in an open, supportive environment where collaboration and knowledge sharing are central. We pride ourselves on delivering for clients under pressure without compromising on quality. We actively encourage professional development and offer opportunities to grow technical expertise and client relationship skills.
Location: Liverpool or Manchester, five days a week in the office initially, with the potential to work from home one to two days per week following successful completion of probation.
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Key responsibilities:
- Managing a varied commercial property caseload from instruction through to completion and post-completion, taking ownership of matters and progressing them with appropriate support from senior members of the team where required.
- Providing clear, pragmatic and commercially focused advice, rather than simply identifying legal issues.
- Communicating proactively and professionally with clients, agents and other solicitors to progress transactions.
- Developing strong relationships with existing clients and identifying opportunities to deepen those relationships.
- Supporting Partners and senior fee earners on larger or more complex transactions where appropriate.
- Assisting with the supervision and development of junior fee earners and working collaboratively with colleagues across the team.
- Maintaining accurate files and dealing promptly with time recording, billing and regulatory requirements.
- Contributing to the continued development of the Property Team, including business development and participation in wider firm initiatives.
Skills and experience required:
- Experience of acting on acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial property including investigating title, raising searches and preparing reports on title or certificates of title for purchasers, investors or lenders.
- Experience of dealing with title defects, restrictive covenants, easements, rights of way and arranging indemnity insurance.
- Experience advising on landlord and tenant matters, including the grant, renewal, assignment, surrender of leases and the negotiating licences to alter and rent deposit deeds.
- Strong client care skills with an understanding of the importance of responsiveness and o9f giving commercially sensible advice.
- A track record of building client relationships and showing initiative in business development, such as networking or making new client contacts
Salary: Depending on experience
- 25 days’ holiday (as well as bank holidays)
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New Vacancy: Commercial Property Solicitor in Liverpool employer: Bermans Limited
Bermans Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee development and collaboration. With the flexibility of remote working options and a competitive bonus scheme, team members are encouraged to thrive both professionally and personally in the vibrant cities of Liverpool and Manchester.
