Our legal team is seeking a talented Commercial Property Solicitor to join our dynamic legal team based in Bury St Edmunds.
Reporting to the Head of Legal:
- Purchases and sales of commercial property
- Remortgages and refinancing arrangements
- Commercial leases, including drafting and advising on: o Licences to assign
- Variations
- Subletting and lease renewals
- Construction contracts and other property development‑related issues
- Facilitating commercial property transactions in alignment with tax planning strategies and advice.
- Assisting with the property aspects of probate matters, including estate administration and asset transfers.
- Conducting thorough legal research and delivering clear, expert advice on a range of property‑related issues.
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents, including contracts, leases, and transfer deeds.
- Collaborating effectively with clients, estate agents, surveyors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely transactions.
- Keeping up to date with changes in property law and regulations, ensuring full compliance with local and national standards.
- Representing clients in meetings and negotiations, providing confident and professional legal support.
- Supporting the promotion of the firm’s real estate services through seminars, social media, publications, and other business development initiatives.
- Providing assistance to colleagues across the legal department and wider firm on property‑related queries.
- Meeting agreed productivity, recoverability, and fee income targets.
- Working collaboratively with other departments to deliver a seamless, “one team” approach to client service.
Desired skills
- Qualified Commercial Property Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 5 years PQE
- Strong and demonstrable knowledge of commercial property law
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client‑focused approach
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage a busy caseload independently and efficiently
- Proven ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment
What you will receive
- Matching employer pension contributions up to 6% of salary
- Salary sacrifice available for pension contributions
- Income Protection if you are off work due to long term illness or injury equal to 50% of salary until State pension age
- Death in service benefit (4x basic salary)
- Up to two professional subscriptions paid for
- Encouragement to develop and learn by attending training courses and CPD events
- Employee Assistance programme
- Length of service recognition
- Social events paid for or subsidised by the firm
Commercial Property Solicitor in Bury St Edmunds employer: Churchgates Ltd
Churchgates Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values professional growth and development. Located in the picturesque Bury St Edmunds, employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes pension contributions and income protection, ensuring a rewarding and secure work environment. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this dynamic legal team provides ample opportunities for meaningful contributions in the field of commercial property law.
