Commercial Property Lawyer / Legal Director – Ready for your next move in commercial property Spider is advertising on behalf of Ellisons, who are looking for talented commercial property professionals to join their established team. Whether you're a Commercial Property Lawyer with 2–4 years' PQE or an experienced lawyer ready for a Legal Director position, there's an opportunity to make your mark. This is a full-time, permanent role, based in either their Ipswich, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds or Chelmsford office. Fantastic company benefits include: Salary: Competitive + discretionary performance bonus Benefits: Generous leave entitlement, enhanced family policies, mental health and wellbeing support, and professional development About the role Interesting work, genuine responsibility and room to grow. You'll advise a diverse client base, including investors, developers, landlords, tenants and businesses, on a broad range of commercial property matters. Your work could include: Managing freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals Drafting and negotiating commercial leases and advising on landlord and tenant matters Handling property development, investment and finance transactions Building strong client relationships and delivering practical, commercially focused advice Identifying business development opportunities and supporting departmental growth Collaborating with colleagues across the firm For more senior candidates, the role will also offer opportunities to lead complex transactions, develop your own practice, mentor colleagues and influence the department's strategic direction. About you You'll be a qualified solicitor or suitably qualified lawyer with strong commercial property experience, excellent communication skills and sound commercial judgement. If you have 2–4 years' PQE, you'll be confident managing your own caseload with appropriate support and keen to develop your expertise. If you're an established senior lawyer, you'll bring substantial experience, strong client relationships and the ambition to drive business development and help shape the team. Whatever your level, you'll be proactive, collaborative and committed to delivering excellent client service. About Ellisons Ellisons is an established regional law firm with a strong commercial property practice across East Anglia. You'll join a supportive team offering the opportunity to develop your career, build lasting client relationships and contribute to the firm's continued success. Ready to see where your career could go Apply through Spider with your up-to-date CV. Spider is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates. Please advise us of any reasonable adjustments required during recruitment. Please check your inbox and spam/junk folder for correspondence. Additional keywords: Commercial Property Lawyer, Legal Director, Commercial Property Solicitor, Real Estate Solicitor, Property Lawyer, Commercial Leases, Property Development, Property Finance, Business Development, Ipswich, Colchester, Bury St Edmunds, Chelmsford. This vacancy is advertised and managed on our behalf by Spider. Your details will be processed for this vacancy, and you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Full Privacy Policy details will be provided by email upon application
Commercial Property Lawyer in Bury St Edmunds employer: Ellisons
Ellisons is an esteemed Top 200 UK law firm located in the picturesque Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, and enhanced family policies, Ellisons fosters an environment where legal professionals can thrive while contributing to meaningful client relationships. Join a team that values your contributions and provides opportunities for development in a dynamic and collaborative setting.
