At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse commercial property cases and lead complex transactions.
- Company: Join Stone King, a nationally renowned firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, profit share, private medical insurance, and 31 days holiday.
- Other info: Hybrid working environment with a focus on wellbeing and career development.
- Why this job: Gain invaluable experience in real estate while supporting clients and communities.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in commercial property law and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
About Us
Stone King is an ambitious firm with a collaborative culture and core values being intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose-driven work we do with our clients has resulted in SK being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.
The opportunity
We have a unique opportunity for a senior associate to join our nationally renowned and highly regarded Real Estate team, based from our Bath, Birmingham, or Leeds office. This role also offers a hybrid working environment. The successful candidate will have the prospect of career development with scope to build and lead within the Real Estate team.
Reasons to apply
- Opportunity to gain invaluable experience across our Real Estate Team, working closely with our specialists.
- Be part of an ambitious and collaborative national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do.
- Excellent benefits for our people, with a focus on wellbeing and development.
- Hybrid working - Stone King are proud to be signatories of the Mindful Business Charter as part of our commitment to mental health and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant work, development projects, and property finance transactions.
- Lead complex real estate transactions from instruction through to completion, ensuring matters are delivered efficiently and commercially.
- Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to a broad range of clients, including developers, investors, occupiers, lenders, and landowners.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser and key point of contact.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial property documentation, including leases, agreements for lease, sale contracts, licences, and ancillary documents.
- Collaborate with colleagues across Corporate, Construction, and Planning teams on cross-sector transactions.
- Identify and manage legal and commercial risks, offering practical solutions to support client objectives.
- Supervise, mentor, and support the development of junior solicitors, trainees, and support staff within the team.
- Contribute to business development initiatives, including networking, client events, seminars, and thought leadership activities.
- Support the growth of the Commercial Property team through active participation in client relationship management and new business opportunities.
- Maintain a strong awareness of market trends and developments affecting the commercial real estate sector.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, professional, and firm-wide risk management procedures.
Requirements
Essential
- The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working as a solicitor with Commercial Property law carrying out complex transactions with no supervision.
- Experience of supervision and development of other team members is essential.
- Previous experience of pro-active business development and marketing; ability to demonstrate generation of new revenue streams.
- Candidates should be well-organised, technically proficient, and a leader.
- Have excellent communication skills, addressing any potentially difficult conversations promptly and with skill.
- Proven experience in independently managing a caseload, demonstrating strong organisational skills and good financial hygiene.
Desirable
- Experience in a similar role would be advantageous.
Personal Attributes
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and confidence to challenge constructively.
- Solutions focused approach with drive to improve processes and outcomes.
- Strong organisation skills, taking full ownership of tasks and ensuring delivery within agreed deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas and influence decision-making effectively.
- Adaptable approach in managing workload and supporting others.
- Ability to work collaboratively and team-first attitude.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Individual differences are embraced at Stone King, and we strive to create an environment in which people feel supported and able to be themselves. We are committed to promoting an inclusive working environment that supports the growth and development for all.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Profit Share Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life assurance (4 x salary)
- Pension scheme
- 31 days holiday (in addition to statutory UK holidays)
- Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum
Closing date: 18 September 2026
Senior Associate - Commercial Property in Birmingham employer: Stone King LLP
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