At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse commercial property transactions and provide expert legal advice.
- Company: Reputable boutique firm known for excellence in commercial property law.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, supportive team, and high-quality work opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity for repeat bookings and career growth in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an immediate impact on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with 7+ years' experience in commercial property law.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42000 £ per year.
Our client is a boutique firm with a strong reputation in commercial property law. The firm acts for a broad range of clients, including developers, corporate entities, asset managers, trust companies, and high-net-worth individuals, delivering an exceptional level of service and expertise.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied caseload of commercial property matters from the outset, handling transactions with a high degree of autonomy while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.
Key Responsibilities- Managing a broad range of commercial property transactions from instruction through to completion
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating leases and associated legal documentation
- Conducting due diligence on acquisitions and disposals
- Advising on landlord and tenant matters, including licences to assign, underlet, and alter
- Acting on the grant of new commercial leases for both landlords and tenants
- Advising on property finance transactions, acting for both borrowers and lenders
- Supporting on Section 106 agreements and VAT-related property matters where required
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships while providing commercially focused advice
- Managing all aspects of files, including Land Registry applications, billing, and compliance
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a current practising certificate
- A minimum of 7 years’ PQE in commercial property law
- Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of commercial property matters
- Ability to manage a busy caseload independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
- A proactive, organised, and commercially minded approach
- Available to commence the role in early September for the duration of the 3-month fixed-term contract
- Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
- Opportunity to work with a respected boutique commercial property practice, with the possibility of repeat bookings
- High-quality, varied work with an established client base
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- A 3-month fixed-term opportunity with an immediate impact, assisting with large projects
Locum Commercial Property Solicitor - Fixed term contract in London employer: LJ Recruitment
LJ Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and communication. Located in Ardleigh, England, employees benefit from a stable work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development in the field of plant maintenance and engineering. Join us to be part of a dedicated team where your skills will be recognised and rewarded.
